Physical Therapist (PT)
About the role
Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. Provides educational information to patients on injury prevention, ergonomics, restorative therapy, and rehabilitation therapy. Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatment.
Responsibilities
- Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
- Establishes a plan of care appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to their capabilities and desires.
- Plans, prepares, and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
- Utilizes standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
- Directs and supervises physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.
- Affirms competence, delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication.
- Administers treatment involving application of physical agents, using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.
- Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends modifications.
- Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
Requirements
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Required.
Certifications
- Physical Therapist License in state of Kentucky.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) obtain within 30 days of hire.
Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Benefits
Lifepoint Health offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.
Pay
Commensurate with experience.
Schedule
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Pay
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