Job Description
Job Title: Physical Therapist
Location: Fishersville, VA 22939
Duration: 13 Weeks contract
Shift Timings: 8:00am- 4:30pm
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- The Physical Therapist assesses the need for, develops, and delivers physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation.
- The Physical Therapist identifies the need for and makes referral(s) to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of patients.
- They implement individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.
- In addition, the Physical Therapist instructs, educates and trains patients and caregivers in those skills and functions essential for promoting independence and productivity, in order to diminish or correct pathology.
- They direct activities to promote and maintain health.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- As necessary or applicable, supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
- Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services; adherence to an established plan of care, department and patient(s)' schedule, and timely documentation of services.
- Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other related meetings.
- Makes referrals to other disciplines and agencies in order to address the comprehensive needs of the patient.
- Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
- Adapts program and/or plan of care according to the needs of individual patients.
- Promotes a safe environment and enforces the elimination of fire and safety hazards.
- Orders supplies and equipment as necessary.
- Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment as necessary.