Physical Therapist

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Physical Therapist

REPORTS TO: Program Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

JOB OVERVIEW: We are looking for enthusiastic physical therapists that will be excited to treat patients using some of the newest and innovative robotic equipment. Provides and directs Physical Therapy Services to patients, including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication in accordance with Physical Therapy procedures. Functions under physician's orders.

Demonstrates competency in the following areas: Duties and Responsibilities:

Evaluates patients in a timely manner to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.

Conducts specialized evaluations as indicated

Interprets and communicates evaluation findings to patients, family, and other team members.

Establishes individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members

Develops treatment plans by identifying a problem list, including short- and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals

Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family and other team members.

Monitors patient's response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with physician orders.

Documents results of patient assessment, treatment, follow-up, and termination of services in a timely manner.

Adapts treatment to meet the individual needs of the patient.

Participates in discharge planning

Provides/recommends/fabricates adaptive devices, orthotics or prosthetics. Trains patient, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of the above.

Supervises and directs LPTAs in the implementation of the treatment plan

Reviews the quality and appropriateness of the total services delivered and of individual Physical therapy programs for effectiveness and efficiency, using predetermined criteria

Confers formally and informally with other team members, including nursing department team members, in coordinating the total rehabilitation program of the patient

Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development

Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice and department procedures

Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional

Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation, and follow-up of patient therapy programs

Adheres to established confidentiality standards

Projects a positive and professional image at all times.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

ADL/Functional Activities

Assist Patients to DON/DOFF

Body Mechanics

Cognitive/Perceptual/Motor

Electrical Stimulation

Gym Ball

Hot/Cold Packs

Home Assessment

Jobst/Isotoner Glove

Paraffin Bath

Dynamometer

Removes/Adjusts/Replaces Braces, Splints and Slings

Stabilization Training/Soft Tissue Mobilization

Joint Protection

Energy Conservation

TENS

Transfer Training

Ultrasound

Manual Muscle Testing/Hand Evaluation

Gait Training

Stationary Bike

Wound Care/Debridement

Training Stairs

All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Education and Experience:

Master of Science in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.

Successful completion of National Certification Examination for Registered Physical Therapist

Current BCLS certification

Current Louisiana licensure