Therapist-Physical I - Full-Time

Job Summary

Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Performs other duties as assigned. \n

Responsibilities

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• Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
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• Develops a written plan of care.
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• Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
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• Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.
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• Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care while also reassessing patient's functional status.
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• Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
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• Contributes to the development of staff and students.
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• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
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• Completes assigned goals.
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Specifications

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Experience

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Minimum Required

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Preferred/Desired

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Education

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Minimum Required

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Preferred/Desired

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Training

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Minimum Required

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Preferred/Desired

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Special Skills

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Minimum Required

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• Basic skills such as keyboarding, using a mouse, and navigating sites.
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Preferred/Desired

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Licensure

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Minimum Required

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• BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE; PT
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Preferred/Desired