Physical Therapist - Per Diem
Physical Therapist - Per Diem
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Job Description
Job Title: Physical therapist
Department: Outpatient
Supervisor: Rehabilitation Clinical and Administrative Supervisors
Job Objective: Provide quality physical therapy evaluation treatment and documentation for all rehabilitation clients. Function as an effective interdisciplinary team member and demonstrate excellent customer relations.
Hours Per Week: Per Diem (weekends/some weekdays)
Essential Job Functions
- Provide Physical Therapy services in a professional manner in accordance with approved methods of practice adhering to the guidelines of the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Evaluation assessment and treatment related to dysfunction because of injury surgery or acute/chronic disease.
- Instruct other healthcare professionals/family members on strategies and specific procedures to assist patient in achieving maximal function and safety.
- Promote safe and effective interpersonal and interdisciplinary relationships while always maintaining professional conduct.
- Exhibit timely efficient satisfactory completion of assignments and documentation with minimal or no assistance.
- Maintain a high level of flexibility in scheduling to accommodate changes.
- Accurately record daily billable treatment times according to the rehabilitation department procedures.
- Participates in departmental and facility Inservices.
- Successful completion of Core Competencies.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
The Staff Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating a patients level of function and developing and administering appropriate therapeutic plans. The Therapist is responsible for documentation in accordance with American Physical Therapy Association and The Jewish Home for the Elderly policies and procedures. The staff Physical Therapist initiates and participates in program development continuing education departmental staff meetings and quality improvement programs. Must be able to relate to and work with ill disabled elderly emotionally upset and at times hostile residents.
Environmental Conditions
- Rare exposure to blood body tissue or fluids.
- Possible exposure to high/low temperatures.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: BS Physical Therapy from an accredited university
Experience: 1 year experience
Licensure: CT license; certified by the national board of certification in Physical Therapy; valid drivers license
Employment Type
Grant
