Physical Therapist- PRN

About the role

The physical therapist is responsible for evaluating, planning and administering physical therapy treatment plans designed to alleviate pain, restore function, prevent disabilities, and promote overall fitness and health of patients. They work under the supervision of the therapy supervisor and/or director of rehabilitation services, and regularly interact with physicians, therapists, nurses, and patients.

Responsibilities

- Provides skilled physical therapy treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results of patients. - Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs, instructing patients, recommending and/or providing assistive equipment, recommending follow-up programs. - Promptly and thoroughly document and maintain clinical and administrative records regarding patient limitations/interventions, treatments, responses and progress to administered therapy, as well as discharge summaries. - Maintain patient confidentiality with records and treatment sessions. - Completes daily notes and charges in an accurate and timely manner. - Supervises and directs physical therapy assistants in patient care and related activities. - Complies with all federal and state codes and regulations. - Maintains a professional appearance and personal conduct at all times. - Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Education: Graduate from an Accredited Physical Therapy Program - Licensure: Current/Unrestricted Louisiana State Physical Therapy License - Certification: CPR Certification for Health Care Providers - Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong customer/patient skills, thorough knowledge of physical therapy principles and practices, knowledge of electronic health records, excellent organizational skills and effective time management and multi-tasking abilities. - Physical Requirements: Frequent lifting and carrying items up to 25 pounds unassisted, frequent bending, reaching, repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, some heavy lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift. Exposure to blood borne pathogens and communicable diseases, bodily fluids, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a hospital environment. OSHA Exposure Category A.