Physical Therapist

Position Summary Physical Therapists (PTs) provide a variety of medical services to help individuals who have been injured or physically affected by illness to recover or improve function. A physical therapist must evaluate a patient’s condition and devise a customized physical rehabilitation and treatment plan. The PT’s goal is to develop, maintain and restore maximum movement and functional ability, in order to maximize quality of life. Position Responsibilities Plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability. Reviews physician's referral and patient's condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required. Tests and measures patient's strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise treatment programs. Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data. Administers manual exercises to improve and maintain function. Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and use of assistant and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses. Administers treatments involving application of physical agents, using equipment such as hydrotherapy tanks, whirlpool baths, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines. Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum. Administers massage. Administers traction to relieve pain. Records treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enters information into computer. Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home. Confers with physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program, and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of patient's health care. Orients, instructs, and directs work activities of assistants and aides. Performs other position‑related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting. Other Responsibilities Complete required orientation as directed by facility. Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment. Follow facility and GHR Unusual Occurrence Protocol. Respect cultural and religious practices of patients. Uphold HIPAA regulations. Position Requirements Graduate of an accredited PT program. Current PT license in good standing with the State licensing board. Minimum of one (1) year PT experience, in corresponding setting. Federal, State, and GHR‑required credentials current and on file. Cognitive skills as related to the position. Punctual and dependable for assigned/confirmed shifts. Working Conditions Evening and weekend work may be required in order to fit patient schedules. The job is physically demanding. Physical Therapists are required to stand for long periods of time, stoop, kneel, crouch, move heavy equipment, assist with patient transfers and lifts, and follow proper body mechanics and lifting procedures to guard against back injury. PTs working in sub‑acute or long‑term care settings encounter patients that need more assistance; therefore, the job is more physically demanding compared to PTs working in outpatient settings. Physical Demands Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds; moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods. Fine motor skills. Visual acuity. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. #J-18808-Ljbffr Westview Nursing & Rehabilitation