Physical Therapist | Weekend PRN in Roanoke, Alabama *weekend rate

We are looking for an energetic Physical Therapist to join our team Weekend PRN in Roanoke, Alabama. Weekend rate. The Staff Physical Therapist shall be responsible for providing quality physical therapy services and assisting in departmental operation. Performance Requirements Responsible for: Organize and render physical therapy services. Physical Demands Work is medium and consists of lifting and carrying equipment, supplies, and materials up to 50 pounds without help, over 50 pounds with the help of mechanical devices or other personnel. Includes stooping, pushing, pulling, reaching, and manipulating equipment and patients during treatment. Requires listening and speaking to convey instructions and information to patients and staff members. Requires visual acuity to perceive reactions to treatment and read instructions. Work inside. Special Demands Demonstrate knowledge and manual skills necessary for performing quality patient care. Prefer working with people and able to motivate them to achieve optimum performance. Demonstrate oral and written skills necessary to understand medical terminology, communicate with staff, patients, and physicians, and prepare meaningful reports. Have knowledge of statistics and forms required for maintaining accurate departmental and patient records. Understand basic concepts of management, have good problem‑solving skills, and be able to supervise supportive personnel. Perform self‑evaluation and accept criticism constructively. Demonstrate dedication to the profession through reliable and reasonable behavior. Qualifications Education: Minimum of a B.S. degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution offering training in this specialty. Experience: One year of experience preferred; recent graduates are encouraged to reach out for more info. COVID Vaccination: Preferred. Exemptions will be entertained. License: Must be licensed by the Alabama State of Physical Therapy. Work Performed Authority Has the authority to perform physical therapy procedures as prescribed by a medical doctor or dentist. Primary Duties Evaluates patients referred to Physical Therapy to determine their current physical and functional status, and assesses their potential benefit from physical therapy services. Plans and conducts a therapy program for patients referred to Physical Therapy. The program could include the use of exercise, massage, thermal agents, water, light, and/or electricity. Applies diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests. Directs and aids patients in active and passive exercises, muscle re‑education, and gait and functional training. Utilizes exercise equipment such as pulleys and weights, steps, uneven, and inclined surfaces. Uses equipment such as muscle and nerve stimulators, ultrasound machines, and other therapeutic electrical machines. Gives whirlpool and contrast baths and applies moist heat and cold packs. Directs patients in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches, walkers, and prosthetic and orthopedic devices. Gives instruction in posture control and therapeutic procedures to be continued by the patient. Adapts conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the needs of patients unable to comprehend verbal commands or voluntarily carry out a regime of therapeutic exercises. Observes, records, and reports patient’s condition, reactions and responses. Directs and supervises activities of supportive personnel. Conducts and participates in training of Physical Therapy Technicians and Physical‑Therapist Assistants in physical therapy techniques and objectives. Provides a safe, clean Physical Therapy Department. Performs related duties as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr