The role requires evaluating patients within twenty-four hours or one business day of physician referral
Job Summary
The role requires evaluating patients within twenty-four hours or one business day of physician referral.
The incumbent must supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct patient care while following the state practice act.
Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, obtaining physician approval, and facilitating discharge planning with durable medical equipment recommendations.
Matching Summary
The role requires evaluating patients within twenty-four hours or one business day of physician referral.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Evaluate patients within 24 hours of referral
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and aides
Develop effective treatment plans per physician
Record evaluations and progress notes per state act
Instruct families in maintenance programs
Nice-to-have
Ability to relate positively with patients and staff
Experience with Casamba and Point Click Care systems
Participation in in-services training programs
Strong communication skills for team conferences
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy (Master's/Doctorate preferred)
Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state
Maintain license in good standing with state board
Meet continuing education requirements per state practices