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.
They supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and aides, assist nursing staff with training, and participate in patient care conferences and discharge planning.
The role requires maintaining licensure, meeting continuing education requirements, and ensuring proper use and maintenance of department equipment.
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
Patient evaluation within 24 hours
Develop and implement treatment plans
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants
Maintain medical documentation
Communicate with healthcare team
Conduct in-service training
Recommend durable medical equipment
Nice-to-have
Ability to relate positively with patients
Participate in discharge planning
Assist nursing with Restorative Aides training
Participate in care and utilization review meetings
Key Requirements
Licensed Physical Therapist in state
Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy
Prefer Masters or Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care
Meet continuing education requirements
Supervisory experience with PT assistants and aides