PT Physical Therapist

The Physical Therapist assesses the need for, develops, and delivers physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation. S/he identifies the need for and makes referral(s) to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of patients. S/he implements individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. The Physical Therapist also instructs, educates, and trains patients and caregivers in those skills and functions essential for promoting independence and productivity. 1. Screens, examines, and evaluates patients, including history, systems review, and application of appropriate tests and measures. Synthesizes information and interprets examination findings to establish a diagnosis, identify impairments, determine the predicted level of improvement and the time required to achieve it, identify precautions/contraindications, and design a plan of care. Develops appropriate treatment goals and methods in collaboration with the patient and caregivers, implements the physical therapy treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping. Services include therapeutic exercises (such as aerobic capacity conditioning, balance, coordination, agility training, body mechanics, postural stabilization, flexibility exercises, gait and locomotion training, neuromotor development training, relaxation, strength, power, and endurance training), functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance techniques, integumentary repair and protection, and the use of electrotherapeutic, physical agent, and mechanical modalities. 2. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards. 3. Designs, fits, and/or applies adaptive devices, and trains patients in the use of these devices, including orthotics and prosthetics. 4. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences, and other related meetings. 5. Puts Patient Service first: ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes individual needs and rights. 6. Instructs patients in the skills and techniques required for participation in mobility activities, and evaluates patient progress, attitudes, and behavior as related to rehabilitative potential. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Hold a valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility. 2. A Master's degree in Physical Therapy or a related field. a. For individuals who completed appropriate Physical Therapy education prior to January 1, 2002, with a valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice or proof of license eligibility, a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy (or related field), plus five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Physical Therapy will be accepted in lieu of the Masters degree. b. A foreign-degree equivalent to the first professional degree, consistent with state licensing rules, will be accepted in lieu of Masters degree. Qualifications 1. Successful completion of a physical therapy program at a school approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association, or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association. 2. Current and unencumbered license to practice physical therapy specific to the state where the employee is assigned to work. 3. One year (1) of physical therapy experience preferred. If less than 1 year experience, approval from the Managing Director of Rehab is required. 4. Current CPR certification. 5. Familiarity with general computer functions, including user names and passwords, internet, email, navigation of desktop, starting programs, file management, and online HR services and training programs. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Direct Staffing Inc #J-18808-Ljbffr