Evaluate patients within twenty-four hours of physician referral and develop effective treatment plans approved by the referring physician
Job Summary
Evaluate patients within twenty-four hours of physician referral and develop effective treatment plans approved by the referring physician.
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and aides while ensuring compliance with state practice acts and participate in multidisciplinary care meetings.
Instruct patients' families and nursing staff in maintenance programs and caregiver training to prepare for discharge and facilitate patient independence.
Matching Summary
Evaluate patients within twenty-four hours of physician referral and develop effective treatment plans approved by the referring physician.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Physical therapy patient evaluations
Developing treatment plans
Supervising therapy assistants
Documentation per state practice act
Patient discharge planning
Durable medical equipment facilitation
Nice-to-have
Training restorative aides
Participating in care conferences
In-service staff training
Effective communication with health team
Computer skills with Casamba and Point Click Care
Key Requirements
Licensed Physical Therapist in state
Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy
Masters or Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred