What Youll Do: Reviews and evaluates outpatients and inpatients referred to Physical Therapy by physicians; Performs tests and measures and evaluates findings; Establishes patient care plans including short term and long term goals with designated treatments required by individual patients; Communicates patient needs with patient and/or families to gain cooperation and involvement in treatment; Instructs patients and/or families in conducting prescribed treatments at home when indicated. Administers physical therapy treatment techniques (e.g., exercise, whirlpool, moist heat, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, massage, etc.) to restore body functions, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of body part; instructs patients in care and use of braces, canes, crutches, or prosthetic devices; Records patient evaluation and progress information in medical records; Actively communicates pertinent patient information to other members of health care team.