Physical Therapist

Summary
Evaluates, plans, directs, and administers physical therapy programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence. Provides assessment of patient's condition based on diagnosis from the referring physician. Develops and updates an appropriate plan of care in collaboration with the patient/family to assist in returning them to their prior level of function. Improves and/or facilitates quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education. Helps people achieve fitness goals, regain or maintain their independence, and lead active lives.
Job Duties

• Establishes and implements appropriate physical therapy plans of care to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum performance level.
• Implements an individualized treatment plan through the use of skilled, evidence-based therapy techniques such as therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, daily life activities, and modalities.
• Provides physical therapy treatment consistent with the patients' needs assessment.
• Performs reassessment when indicated and modifies physical therapy plans accordingly.
• Communicates patient progress and physical limitations to supervisor, physician(s), and other team members
• Implements a physical therapy plan of care for individuals based upon age-specific and population-specific needs utilizing a developmental and patient/family-directed approach.
• Provides supervision in accordance with regulatory requirements, as appropriate.
• Establishes a physical therapy treatment plan with measurable goals and timeframes.
• Provides cost-effective care in accordance with departmental billing guidelines.
• Completes and submits all documentation based on policies/standards and regulatory requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy
• Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning in synthesizing data gathered in the evaluation and identifying treatment diagnoses.
• Knowledge of physical therapy techniques.
• Must be able to provide safe, compassionate, and competent physical therapy treatments.
• I must be able to communicate with patients, family, and co-workers in a friendly, supportive manner.
• Ability to travel to patient care assignments - Home Care only
• Physical Therapist Upon Hire
• Drivers' License required for Home Care/Hospice/Home-based outpatient positions Upon Hire
• CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire and
• Health Services\BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or
• Doctorate Physical Therapy

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients into bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfer up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role, including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position,. However, management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.