Physical Therapist (PT)

About the role

Provides professional patient care and practices physical therapy by evaluating, planning, implementing, and documenting treatment. Evaluates and treats patients in accordance with the order from the physician and provides treatment through the use of a variety of therapeutic procedures and assistive devices intended to maximize functional potential in all areas of the patient's life. Develops and implements an individualized treatment plan based on patient needs and containing achievable functional goals. Revises treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process. Instructs and collaborates with Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) regarding treatment procedures to be utilized and provides the appropriate supervision of patients being treated by the PTA. Establishes and educates patients, families and other caregivers in exercises and therapeutic home programs to be continued following discharge. Completes the appropriate documentation and billing in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients in accordance with the order from the physician and provides treatment through the use of a variety of therapeutic procedures and assistive devices intended to maximize functional potential in all areas of the patient's life.
• Develops and implements an individualized treatment plan based on patient needs and containing achievable functional goals.
• Revises treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process.
• Instructs and collaborates with Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) regarding treatment procedures to be utilized and provides the appropriate supervision of patients being treated by the PTA.
• Establishes and educates patients, families and other caregivers in exercises and therapeutic home programs to be continued following discharge.
• Completes the appropriate documentation and billing in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy, with a physical therapy degree as follows: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, if graduated prior 1/1/2016; Doctorate of Physical Therapy required, if graduated after 1/1/2016; International Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited school and possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy. Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree preferred.
• Licensure/Certification Must hold or be eligible to receive a Physical Therapist license in the State where services will be provided. State licensure must be obtained within the first 90 days of employment. Must be certified in CPR or must become certified within the first 90 days of employment. Must maintain all certifications and license according to the expiration date. American Physical Therapy Association membership preferred.
• If assigned to drive a company vehicle, a valid driver's license is required. If assigned to drive a personal vehicle, proof of insurance is required in addition to a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, combined lift 100 pounds and push 300 pounds.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be willing to work at other locations as assigned.