Therapist-Physical I - Part Time

Job Title

Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.

Develops a written plan of care.

Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.

Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.

Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care while also reassessing patient's functional status.

Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.

Contributes to the development of staff and students.

Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.

Completes assigned goals.