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.
This role requires supervising Physical Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and assisting the nursing department with training Restorative Aides.
Employees must record evaluations, daily treatment notes, and discharge planning documentation per state practice act and payer 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 effective treatment plans
Supervise PT assistants and aides
Maintain medical records documentation
Train restorative aides and nursing staff
Nice-to-have
Positive relationship building with families
Participation in utilization review meetings
Experience with Casamba software
Experience with Point Click Care software
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy preferred
Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care systems
Ability to exert over 100 pounds of force occasionally