Physical Therapist/PT

Function of the Physical Therapist: To provide medically prescribed evaluation and treatment of individuals following accepted practice guidelines, in a home health care setting.

Reports To: Director or designated other.
REQUIREMENTS
General Statement of Responsibility: The registered (licensed) Physical Therapist has direct responsibility for patient care. Obligations include:developing and effecting highest standards and techniques of patient care
competence in administration of prescribed therapy
instructing the patient, caregiver, home health aide, or nurse in techniques not specifically required to be conducted by the therapist
maintaining liaison with all members of health care team
evaluating the effectiveness of the exercises rendered the patient
documenting patient care accurately and in a timely manner
completing continuing education and licensure requirements.Our ideal candidate will exhibit: Accountability, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Urgency, Empowerment, Flexibility, Ownership, Customer-Focus, Unbiased, Self-Discipline.

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Education:Must be a graduate of a school approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Experience: One (1) year's experience preferred.

Knowledge and Abilities:Thorough knowledge of professional theory, practice, techniques, principles and equipment.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to document patient care effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain a working relationship with patients, other health care professionals, physicians, and the public.Special Requirements: Must hold current state licensure, CPR certification, drivers license, and automobile liability insurance.

CareerBuilder related terms: physical therapist, physical therapy, manual therapy, orthopedic, PT, P.T., acute care, rehabilitation