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.
This role involves supervising Physical Therapy Assistants and aides, participating in patient care conferences, and conducting ongoing training for facility staff.
The position requires recommending and facilitating ordering of durable medical equipment to aid patient independence and participating in discharge planning.
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 in-service training
Recommend durable medical equipment
Nice-to-have
Ability to relate positively with patients
Participate in care and rehabilitation conferences
Assist nursing with Restorative Aides training
Proficient in Casamba and Point Click Care
Problem-solving and reasoning skills
Key Requirements
Licensed Physical Therapist in state
Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy
Masters or Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred