Physical Therapist

Our Client a Healthcare company is looking for a Physical Therapist for their Ashland AL location.

• Performs physical therapy evaluation and treatment of patients based upon physician orders/referrals.
• Completes a comprehensive evaluation using appropriate evaluation and assessment tools and procedures.
• Reviews patient records for current diagnosis past medical history precautions and contraindications.
• Establishes measurable goals and develops treatment plans to move the patient toward his or her maximum level of independence and/or function.
• Regularly reassesses effectiveness of treatment plan progress of patient towards goals and the need for modifying goals or treatment.
• Communicates patients needs and progress to the treatment team physician person receiving services family members as applicable.
• Consults with medical providers regarding patient evaluation and treatment progress of the patient and discharge from treatment.
• Recommends and assists in securing special adaptive equipment for patients to improve function and incorporates the use of adaptive equipment to enhance the rehab program. Maintains and submits evaluation treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company facility funding source local state and federal regulations.
• Adheres to standards of the Companys Code of Business Conduct policies Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act and Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws.
• Supervises Physical Therapist Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides in direct patient care and patient-related activities in accordance with state practice act.
• Attends participates in and/or conducts internal staff development programs and meetings; obtains continuing education as required by company policy and regulations; maintains and enhances clinical practice skills

• License requirements:
• DPT
• Required skills:
• Efficiency with HCHB electronic charting system knowledge of disease processes and patient education.

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Required Experience:

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