The Physical Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating and implementing care for the patients assigned physical therapy. The Physical Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Physical Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment and interventions to a designated patient population.
Responsibilities:
Gathers pertinent data from chart and other care givers; discusses with physician as necessary
Independently assesses all patient types as assigned
Demonstrates ability to recognize additional needs during evaluation; exercises good judgment in decision making when requesting, scheduling and/or performing additional testing
Interprets results and formulates relevant, measurable, realistic and attainable goals
Reassesses patient progress regularly per department and regulatory policy, or when need arises
Identifies appropriate equipment, discusses with patient and family and makes
Requirements:
Education/Skills
Bachelor?s, Master?s, or Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
LPT License in state of employment
BLS
Work Type:
Full Time
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