Physical Therapist PT Per Diem

About the role

Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restores Patient Physical Functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistant and supportive devices.

Responsibilities

• Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit
• Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care
• Provides in service education programs for nursing personnel as needed
• Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation
• Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family
• Participates in Hospital-wide quality process improvement
• Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy required
• Physical Therapist State License required
• Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program; 1-2 years preferred

Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Excellent organizational skills
• Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience
• Teaching others how to do something
• Excellent problem solving, case management and communication skills
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking: Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting: Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying: Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching: Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling): Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering): Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling: Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far: Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near: Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking: Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing: Constantly (67-100%)

Pay

$38.30 - $57.59/Hourly

Schedule

Day shift