32 hours: IP/OP PHYSICAL THERAPIST REGISTERED

Essential Job Duties:

(These statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.)

1. Performs patient evaluations to determine patient problems to address.
2. Develops an individualized patient plan of care, physical therapy interventions and expected outcomes based on the evaluation and documents findings.
3. Implements or supervises the patient treatment within the established plan of care.
4. Evaluates or reassesses patient progress towards established goals.
5. Supervises Physical Therapist Assistants and Physical Medicine Technicians on rotation.
6. Assists in discharge planning including communication to the patient, family and other health care professionals.
7. Exercises the skills, safeguards and professional conduct of a Physical Therapist. 8.
8. Completes other duties and special projects as assigned.

Secondary Job Duties That May be Reassigned:

1. Responsible for reporting breakdown of necessary support services to supervisor.
2. Assists in orienting staff members.
3. Supervise PTA /PT clinical students, teen volunteers and shadow students.
4. Assists with departmental Performance Improvement Program.
5. Maintain adequate supplies, assists in keeping department clean and ready for patient treatment.

Job Specifications:

1. Education: Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program. Attend appropriate continuing education courses. State licensure.
2. Experience: Clinical experience from a school of physical therapy.