Physical Therapist Float – Outpatient

The Physical Therapist provides physical therapy services to outpatients/clients, to include but not limited to screening and evaluation, treatment planning, treatment implementation, treatment re-assessment and revision, patient/client re-evaluation, discharge planning, and documentation in a variety of outpatient settings. The Physical Therapist participates as requested in program planning and protocol development and assists the team in meeting established goals

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree Physical Therapy. required and;
• Master's degree Physical Therapy. required and;
• Doctoral degree Physical Therapy. required and;
• High School Diploma or GED Of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities:

• Provides evaluation services including review of pertinent history information, performance of specific assessments, and determination of recommendations and documentation of results.
• Explains evaluation findings and treatment plan to patient and family and incorporates patient and family in the goals setting.
• Demonstrates proficiency in implementation of treatment protocols based upon evaluation findings, the patient's presentation and the evolving health care environment.
• Consults with other healthcare professionals as indicated. Recognizes and documents changes in patient's condition requiring modification of the plan of care and/or the need for medical/rehabilitation consultation.
• Completes appropriate discharge planning and follow-up care. Accurately and timely documents and charges for patient care activities in light of our evolving health care environment, painting a clear picture of the patient's course of care including focused initial evaluation/plan of care that establishes baseline and goals, legible daily encounter notes, interim progress summaries, and discharge evaluation.
• Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations. Maintains an accurate schedule. Is timely and punctual and for meetings. Participates in hospital and community-based marketing activities.