Physical Therapist

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

PRN Status

The Physical Therapist provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain and prevent permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. Restore, maintain, and promote overall fitness and health.

Reports To: Chief Nursing Officer

Classification: Non Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Physical Therapy.

2. Graduate of an accredited program of Physical Therapy.

3. Current BLS certification.

4. Minimum of one year experience in a hospital setting.

5. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with regard to protected and sensitive patient info.

6. Must have excellent verbal and written skills.

7. Must be able to solve problems independently.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE

Category I exposure to bloodborne pathogens, frequent exposure to chemical hazards and may encounter radiation hazards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides initial and ongoing assessment to determine level of function.

Develops and revises the plan of care in consultation with the physician and other care-team members.

Responsible for planning, evaluation, and treatment implementation of assigned caseload.

Prepares clinical progress notes.

Supervises therapy assistants.

Evaluates outcomes.

Educate patients and/or families on safe practices and equipment use.

Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management techniques.

Communicate with nursing staff on a regular basis of any patient issues.

Establish and maintain positive interpersonal relations with internal and external customers.

Maintain a positive and respectful attitude and demeanor.

Adhere to all facility policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

2. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, converse, and listen; use hands to touch, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include good color vision and depth perception.

3. The employee must be able to lift and/or carry over 100 pounds on an occasional basis and be able to push/pull over 25 pounds on a regular basis.

4. The employee must be able to stand and/or walk at least six hours per day.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.