Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics
About the role
This role involves providing comprehensive physical therapy services to patients in various settings, including evaluation, treatment planning, implementation, re-assessment, and discharge planning. The Physical Therapist will review patient histories, perform assessments, explain findings, and collaborate with patients and families to set goals. They will demonstrate proficiency in executing treatment protocols, monitor patient progress, and modify care plans as needed, consulting with other healthcare professionals. Accurate and timely documentation of all patient activities, including evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries, is essential. The role also requires effective time management, flexibility, empathy, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Responsibilities
- Evaluating patients
- Developing treatment plans
- Implementing treatment protocols
- Re-assessing patient progress
- Planning discharge
- Reviewing patient histories
- Performing assessments
- Explaining findings to patients and families
- Collaborating to set goals
- Monitoring patient progress
- Modifying care plans as needed
- Consulting with other healthcare professionals
- Documenting evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and timely
- Managing schedules
- Mentoring students
- Assisting with staff orientation
Qualifications
- Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- Licensure in relevant jurisdictions
- BLS/CPR certification
Benefits
- Competitive salary range
- Opportunities for career growth