Physical Therapist

In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, provides therapeutic services including evaluation, treatment, and education. Monitors the treatment activities of PTA's and aides. Rotating weekend work schedule required. Supervisory responsibilities: After one year of experience, may act as student supervisor. Directs treatment activities of PT assistants and rehabilitation aides.

Essential Functions: 

• Completes evaluations of assigned patients in accordance with the established standards of care and practice. Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to ensure evaluations are performed safely and accurately. (i.e., utilized speech therapist for identifying best modes of communication for aphasic patient).
• Short- and long-term goals are realistic, measurable, and address functional needs. Goals are written upon completion of evaluation per department standards and guidelines. Goals identified in collaboration with patient, family and other involved team members.
• Independently selects and performs therapeutic techniques that are consistent with the patient's problems and medical status and reflect an integration of the therapist's clinical knowledge and theory.
• Demonstrates knowledge about equipment/materials utilized in patient care per supervisor's observation and chart documentation.
• Provides for patient/family educational needs.
• Therapist adheres to all procedures and documentation standards per rehabilitation area/department.
• Is responsible to work within the guidelines and authorizations provided by the individual's insurance coverage, and or Medicare guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or better in Health Services Administration.
• Certification CPR.
• Lic Physical Therapist.