Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. Provides educational information to patients in regard to injury prevention ergonomics restorative therapy and rehabilitation therapy. Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatment.
PRN/As Needed
Job Duties:
Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patients condition.
Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.
Plans prepares and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain improve or restore physical functioning alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
Directs and supervises physical therapy assistants students and other support personnel. Assesses competence delegates specific tasks and establishes channels of communication.
Administers treatment involving application of physical agents manual therapy and therapeutic exercise activities and procedures.
Evaluates fits and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications.
Identifies and documents goals anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation.
Job Requirements:
Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy required.
Requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
American Heart Association or American Red Cross Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of employment
License: Current TN PT licensure
One year clinical experience preferred (new graduates will be considered)
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