Physical Therapist

Job Responsibilities

Selects appropriate therapeutic assessment tools including a minimum of observation, ROM, functional strength, and palpation, and documents findings objectively and appropriately.

Develops individualized treatment programs consistent with patient diagnosis, status, and goals. Treatment plan is recorded in flowsheet for assistive personnel before first follow-up visit.

Establishes goals/plan of care that includes realistic and measurable goals in relation to the patient's functional goals, diagnosis, prognosis, learning ability of the patient/caregiver, physical/mental status, and anticipated lifestyle.

Completes evaluations according to departmental policy.

Evaluates for needed equipment and follow-up, if indicated.

Completes plan of care and faxes to MD, when required, before first follow-up visit.

Reassessment

Records Pain Analogue Score every visit.

Records objective measurements minimum of every eighth visit including but not limited to ROM, MMT, girth measurements, functional assessment, special tests, gait analysis, etc.

Updates and/or revises goals a minimum of every eighth visit, or indicates goals are still appropriate, based on objective measures.

Completes and sends physician update to referring practitioner at least once every 10th visit or 30 days as required by Medicare.

Appropriate leadership and supervision of supportive/assistive staff and interns.

Adheres to department safety standards and completes incident report as indicated.

Revises treatment program as needed to continue progression toward goals. Discharges patient to Home Exercise Program if progress toward goals is not documented.

Counsels patients and families regarding evaluation results, treatment plans/goals, proper body mechanics, and home exercises, and completes patient-family education record.

Requirement

Degree in physical therapy from approved APTA school.

2+ years of outpatient ortho experience.

Required Certifications & Licensure

Licensed to practice Physical Therapy.

BLS (American Heart Assoc.)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.