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Description
This position evaluates, plans, & implements treatment programs for the rehabilitation of patient, as directed by a physician, using approved treatment procedures. Provide patient /family education. Participates in family conferences. Responsible for all necessary documentation.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of accredited physical therapy program. All required education is a minimum requirement. Higher levels of education are acceptable.
- Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Missouri, BCLS- Basic Life Support and Valid Driver's License in State.
- 1 Year Appropriate experience as a physical therapist required. 1 Year Community/ home health experience preferred.
Duties:
- Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician’s plan of care.
- Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
- May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.
- Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.
- Other duties as assigned.