The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records
Job Summary
The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records.
Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician.
Instruct patient’s families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
Matching Summary
The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Evaluate patients within 24 hours
Develop effective treatment plans
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants
Communicate with health team members
Record evaluations and treatment notes
Instruct patient families and nursing staff
Recommend durable medical equipment
Nice-to-have
Relate positively with patients and staff
Participate in in-services training
Assist with Restorative Aide training
Key Requirements
Licensed Physical Therapist
Meet continuing education requirements
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy
Proficient in computer skills (Casamba, Point Click Care)