Physical Therapist, Outpatient Rehab

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients, upon physician referral, to maximize the patient’s functional abilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluates and treats patients
• Documents patient evaluation, patient cares plans, and treatment progress on Medical Records, completes Medicare recertification’s and discharge planning.
• Supervises PT and PTA students and observers as assigned.
• Assists in developing and implementing department programs.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to sit for up to ninety minutes at a time. Be able to tolerate standing for thirty to forty-five minutes consecutively. Must be able to use hands/fingers to manipulate dials on machines. Must have the ability to lift/move patients up to 200 lbs., push/pull patients weighing up to 200 lbs. Must have the ability to occasionally stoop/bend, squat, crouch, kneel and reach above shoulder level.