Physical Therapist (PT)

Full Time Permanent PT in a outpatient setting in Mena, AR 
 

Job Summary:

At the direction of the Director of Rehab, the Physical Therapist is responsible for planning and implementing the specific treatment programs for patients with physical and/or mental disabilities. 

Education:

Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy and licensed in the State of Arkansas as a Physical Therapist. Must be a member of, or eligible for membership in the American Physical Therapy Association. 

Core Duties: 

Assesses patient needs, plans and implements patient care activities and evaluates the patient’s response to treatment 

Manages activities within the therapeutic milieu and directs delivery of therapy by PTA and the Rehab nursing team while promoting teamwork. 

Documents on individual flow sheet and progress notes all pertinent and meaningful observations and information.

Evaluates individual patients according to principles and practices of Physical Therapy.

Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures of Physical Therapy 
Participates in computerized health information systems. 

Prepares reports for departmental and accounting purposes in a timely manner. 
Maintains Physical Therapist competencies.

Maintains standards required by regulatory entities.