Evaluate patients within twenty four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral and develop effective treatment plans
Job Summary
Evaluate patients within twenty four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral and develop effective treatment plans.
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and aides while collaborating with nursing and other healthcare staff to ensure patient progress and care quality.
Participate in discharge planning and facilitate ordering of necessary durable medical equipment to support patient independence.
Matching Summary
Evaluate patients within twenty four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral and develop effective treatment plans.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Patient evaluation within 24 hours
Develop and implement treatment plans
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants
Communicate with healthcare team
Maintain medical documentation compliance
Assist with caregiver and nursing training
Nice-to-have
Participate in patient care conferences
Recommend durable medical equipment
Report equipment maintenance issues
Positive and effective interpersonal skills
Key Requirements
Licensed Physical Therapist in state
Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or higher
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care software
Meet continuing education requirements
Supervisory experience with PT assistants and aides