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 includes supervising Physical Therapy Assistants and conducting in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.
The work environment is usually low to moderate noise level with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
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 medical documentation
Communicate with healthcare team
Conduct staff training and in-services
Nice-to-have
Ability to relate positively with patients and staff
Participate in patient care and rehabilitation conferences
Recommend durable medical equipment
Assist nursing department training
Key Requirements
Licensed Physical Therapist in the state
Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or higher
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care software
Meet continuing education requirements per state practices