Job Overview
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Evaluates, plans, implements, and supervises treatment programs as orders and reviewed by physician in order to upgrade patient’s physical capabilities.
- Consults with other specialists and reports patient’s progress to physician, home care agencies, and others as needed.
- Reviews patient’s functional needs and adjusts care plan as indicated to ensure optimal patient outcome.
- Educates patients, families, and caregivers in treatment and expected outcomes. Incorporates participation by caregivers whenever appropriate.
- Provides supervision to PTA and delegates appropriate clinical activities based on level of staff and regulatory requirements.
- Directs and communicates effectively with other professionals and support staff in order to achieve positive patient outcomes.
- Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans. Regularly updates documentation and maintains all required prescriptions and signatures.
- Acts as a resource to promote physical therapy within the community.
- Educates other health care providers, employers and organizations in physical therapy areas to include but not limited to: ROM, transfers, body mechanics, ergonometric principles, use of assistive devices and gait patterns.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy required.
- Illinois Licensure in Physical Therapy required within 6 months of hire.
- Must obtain CPR certification within 30 days of hire and maintain throughout employment at CGH.
- Valid Illinois Vehicle Operator’s License required.
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