Physical Therapist

Description

Provides clinical patient care by initiating and administering appropriate treatment, progressing patient treatment as appropriate, and carrying a patient load that reflects productivity standards. Evaluates patients accurately, plans appropriate treatment, sets and meets functional goals, and revises and progresses treatment programs as goals are met. Provides instruction to patients and/or family members, as well as other healthcare providers.

Skills

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from patients and families.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Proficiency in using computers for data input and reporting.
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong reasoning ability and adaptability.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provides clinical patient care by initiating and administering appropriate treatment, progressing patient treatment as appropriate, and carrying a patient load that reflects productivity standards.
• Evaluates patients accurately, plans appropriate treatment, sets and meets functional goals, and revises and progresses treatment programs as goals are met.
• Maintains appropriate treatment records and completes accurate daily patient charges.
• Ensures patient records are completed in a timely manner, accurately reflecting time spent and procedures performed.
• Maintains technical expertise through participation in continuing education activities and departmental in-services.
• Provides instruction to patients and/or family members, as well as other healthcare providers, following care path guidelines for patient/family education and documentation of home programs.
• Schedules and prioritizes daily work assignments and delegates patients to support personnel as appropriate.
• Assists with training of new employees and supports observers, volunteers, and students as requested.

Decision Making

Responsible for carrying out non-routine procedures under constantly changing conditions, following general instructions from supervisors.

Working Relationships

• Coordinates activities of others but does not supervise.
• Leads others in the same work performed but does not supervise.
• Provides input on performance evaluations but does not prepare or give them.
• Works directly with patients and/or customers, both internally and externally, through telephone or face-to-face interactions.
• Collaborates with other healthcare professionals and staff.

Education

• Graduation from an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Valid state licensure or temporary authorization to practice Physical Therapy.

Work Experience

0 - 6 months of related experience.