Job Description
Job DescriptionPhysical Therapist (PT) at Our Organization: Overview
The Physical Therapist is responsible for delivering direct rehabilitation services to patients based on physician referrals, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and clinical standards. Key duties include evaluating patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary, overseeing support staff, and upholding professional and ethical standards. This position necessitates a valid license, proficiency in therapy-related software, and strong communication and collaboration skills within a healthcare environment.
Position Overview
The Physical Therapist (PT) offers direct rehabilitation services in physical therapy to patients referred by physicians, adhering to all relevant laws, regulations, and organizational standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program, holding a BSPT, MSPT, or DPT (those graduating in 2003 or later must possess an MSPT or DPT).
- Current registration/licensure in the applicable state, with an obligation to maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
- Preferred one (1) year of experience in a post-acute care or similar setting.
- CPR certification required upon hire or to be obtained during orientation; certification must remain valid throughout employment.
Specific Job Responsibilities
- Engage in community health initiatives and projects as appropriate.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email communication.
- Collaborate with patients, families, and support departments to effectively address patient needs.
- Consistently demonstrate proper body mechanics.
- Make independent decisions when necessary.
- Possess knowledge of practices, procedures, and regulations governing operations in a post-acute care facility.
- Implement and interpret departmental programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
- Exhibit proficiency in all competency areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
- Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, vendors, and others.
- Safeguard the confidentiality of all proprietary and sensitive information.
- Understand and adhere to organizational policies, including those related to harassment and compliance.
- Demonstrate integrity and professionalism by following the organization’s Code of Conduct and completing mandatory compliance training.
Essential Functions
- Implement physical therapy treatment plans for patients.
- Set, evaluate, and adjust realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals.
- Supervise and assess care provided by PTAs, Rehab Aides, and PT and PTA students.
- Document care accurately and in a timely manner.
- Utilize therapy software effectively and accurately.
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude towards patients.
- Assist in the safe evacuation of patients when necessary.
- Exhibit reliable and consistent attendance.
- Employ reasoning skills and sound judgment in decision-making.
- Communicate effectively and work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
- Engage in physical activities such as sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, walking, reaching, and moving intermittently during work hours.
- Read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language proficiently.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Keywords:
physical therapy, rehabilitation, patient care, post-acute care, licensed physical therapist, treatment plans, therapy software, patient assessment, healthcare compliance, interdisciplinary team