Physical Therapist

Responsibilities:

• Evaluates, plans, directs, and administers physical therapy programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence.
• Provides assessment of patient condition based on diagnosis from the referring physician.
• Develops and updates an appropriate plan of care in collaboration with the patient/family to assist in returning them to their prior level of function.
• Improves and/or facilitates quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education.
• Helps people achieve fitness goals, regain or maintain their independence, and lead active lives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning in synthesizing data gathered in the evaluation and identifying treatment diagnoses.
• Knowledge of physical therapy techniques.
• Must be able to provide safe, compassionate, and competent physical therapy treatments.
• Must be able to communicate with patients, family, and co-workers in a friendly, supportive manner.