Therapy - PT

Physical Therapist

Assess and treat neuromusculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory systems by physical or mechanical means to maintain or restore function that has been impaired by injury or disease. Focus on pain management and promoting mobility and health as prescribed by the referring physician. Responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring the plan of care for the person served. Perform and direct administration of all physical therapy modalities and collaborate throughout the process with the patient and their family and the interdisciplinary team.

Verifies physician orders prior to evaluation. Evaluates each patient before administering treatments, incorporating psychological and physical issues. Evaluations must include a thorough reading of the patient's chart and history and may include objective measurements relative to the patient's diagnosis and condition. Complete the evaluation and establish goals and a plan of care in collaboration with the patient, their family, and other healthcare workers as appropriate. Administer and direct the administration of all physical therapy treatments and modalities. Have knowledge of indications and contraindications. Call the physician if treatment ordered is not indicated. Acquire appropriate equipment, check equipment being used for safety, and communicate the evaluation, treatment procedures, and the use of the specific equipment to the patient and family. Apply or supervise appropriate treatments or modalities such as therapeutic exercises, hot moist packs, cryotherapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, continuous passive motion, paraffin, soft tissue mobilization, gait training, balance training, and functional mobility training. Check frequently with the patient for tolerance of modality given. Maintain contact with the referring physician regarding patient progress. Observe treatment effects and recommend changes to the physician if indicated. Assemble and organize home programs for patients whenever indicated. Explain the program to the patient, asking for return demonstrations and train the family whenever indicated. Direct and oversee PT Assistants and Rehabilitation Assistants during physical therapy treatments. Participate in the on-the-job training of rehabilitation personnel. Maintain records of all patient treatments as required, including subjective and objective information, assessment, and plans for each treatment given or specific documentation for a specific area in which the therapy is provided. Approve and co-sign every progress note written by a PT or PT Assistant with temporary licensure. Complete discharge summaries and send them to the referring physician if indicated. Promote the team approach to the delivery of rehabilitation services while serving as a representative in the field of physical therapy. In collaboration with the rehabilitation team, develop and implement measures for quality assurance and participate in performance improvement activities. Maintain professional competence through continuing education and participation in appropriate professional groups. Ensure charges correlate with treatment session documentation and length of time in therapy. Maintain productivity standards.

Location: Santa Fe, NM