Physical Therapist -full Time

Encanto Palms

Evaluate patients within 24 hours of referral
Develop and obtain physician approval for treatment plans
Supervise physical therapy assistants and aides
The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients while communicating with families, physicians, and other health team members

Job Summary

  • The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients while communicating with families, physicians, and other health team members.
  • The role requires supervising Physical Therapy Assistants and assisting the nursing department with training Restorative Aides.
  • Employees must maintain a license in good standing with the state board and meet continuing education requirements.

Matching Summary

The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients while communicating with families, physicians, and other health team members.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Evaluate patients within 24 hours of referral
  • Develop and obtain physician approval for treatment plans
  • Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and aides
  • Maintain documentation per PT Board State Practice Act
  • Participate in discharge planning and patient care conferences

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to relate positively with families and staff
  • Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care software
  • Experience conducting in-services training for facility staff

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy (Masters or Doctorate preferred)
  • Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state
  • Must maintain license in good standing with state board

Work Rights

Not specified

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