Therapist-Physical I

Job Summary 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. Job 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. Purpose of Position and Scope of Responsibility Principal Accountabilities/Responsibilities Minimum Qualifications Minimum Education Minimum Experience Entry level. Minimum Special Skills Basic skills such as keyboarding, using a mouse, and navigating sites. Minimum Licensure, Registration, Certification BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HER, PT License Needed Desired Qualifications Desired Education Desired Experience Desired Licensure, Registration, Certification