Physical therapists (PTs) <\/span>evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with physical impairments, injuries, or disabilities. U<\/span>sing evidence -based practices to improve mobility, reduce pain, and promote physical well -being.<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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Responsibilities:<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div>
- Conduct comprehensive physical examinations<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>
- Assess patient's movement patterns, strength, and range of motion<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>
- Diagnose physical impairments and develop individualized treatment plans<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>
- Design and administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities (e.g., ultrasound, electrical stimulation)<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li><\/div>
- Educate patients on self -care strategies, home exercises, and injury prevention<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li><\/div>
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, and occupational therapists<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li><\/div>
- Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and discharge patients when appropriate<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li><\/div>
- Provide patient education on health conditions, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li><\/div><\/ul>
Qualifications:<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>
- Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/div>- National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) license<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/div>- State -specific licensure requirements<\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span>
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Requirements<\/h3>1 year PT, home health
HCHB experience<\/div><\/span>
Benefits<\/h3>Health insurance available upon start of assignment.
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