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 conduct in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.
The role requires participation in patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and discharge planning to ensure comprehensive patient care.
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 detailed medical documentation
Conduct in-service training for staff
Communicate with healthcare team members
Nice-to-have
Assist nursing with Restorative Aides training
Participate in discharge planning
Recommend durable medical equipment
Relate effectively with patients and families
Key Requirements
Licensed Physical Therapist in state
Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy
Masters or Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred