Physical Therapist

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs and documents initial patient evaluations thoroughly and accurately in a timely fashion.
• Establishes realistic, attainable short-term and long-term goals with each patient.
• Performs therapeutic exercises effectively and appropriately.
• Implements, and revises as necessary, effective progressive treatment programs taking evaluative findings into consideration.
• Administers therapeutic modalities and programs appropriately and effectively, including hot/cold pack, ultrasound, massage, electrical stimulation, whirlpool and wound care.
• Fits assistive, prosthetic and orthotic devices and provides appropriate training.
• Performs appropriate discharge planning, instructs patients and family member(s) in home programs.
• Documents accurately, in a timely manner, including initial evaluation, progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Provides on-premises supervision of Physical Therapist Assistants and aides.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE:

• Pennsylvania Physical Therapy license in good standing required with employment within State of Pennsylvania.
• New Jersey Physical Therapy license in good standing required with employment within state of New Jersey.
• Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Doctorate Degree preferred.
• Current CPR certification.