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.
The role involves supervising Physical Therapy Assistants and participating in patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and rehabilitation conferences as needed.
The position requires participation in in-service training programs for staff and involvement in discharge planning to facilitate patient independence.
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
Treatment plan development and approval
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants
Documentation per PT Board State Practice Act
Communicate with healthcare team
Conduct in-service training
Recommend durable medical equipment
Nice-to-have
Assist nursing with Restorative Aides training
Participate in Patient Care Conferences
Ability to relate positively with patients and staff