Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist
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Job Description
Fall River Health Services is looking for a Physical Therapist (PT) to support the treatment of illness and/or injury through the use of physical exercises and therapies which assist in the rehabilitation and restoration of body functions to promote maximum client wellness and this role you will provide therapy programs for patients of all ages with developmental deficits physical injury or illness. The role may include other responsibilities and duties as assigned based on the facilitys needs and requirements. Responsibilities: Coordinate PT services providing assigned clients with direct therapeutic care and teaching rehabilitation skills to the client and/or caregiver that promote maximum client independent functionality and safety. Provides preventive and rehabilitative PT procedures individualized to the client and according to age-specific needs. Performs all duties within the scope of the physical therapy practice guidelines and in accordance with productivity standards. Develop and revises a plan of care based on the initial assessment continual reassessment of client/family needs client history diagnosis physician orders expected outcomes and client goals to include discharge plans when appropriate. Performs or monitors the application of treatments involving the use of physical agents such as heat water and electricity using equipment such as whirlpool baths electrical muscle stimulation and ultrasound. Follow utilization guidelines and protocols. Formulates and implements appropriate teaching plans and communicates significant clinical findings and changes to the physician and other involved personnel including clients. Document all skilled and medically necessary care thoroughly timely and accurately. Plans of care documentation and care provided must comply with Medicare State Federal JCAHO insurance and payer requirements as well as local policy. Maintains client and organizational confidentiality at all times. Participates in the Quality Management (Quality Improvement) program and completes all required in-service programs to ensure standards are met and skills are kept current. Conduct PTA and Home Health Aide supervisory visits (as applicable) prepare and updates Home Health Aides written instructions (as applicable) according to local policy. As applicable supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides in accordance with Federal/State laws rules regulations and agency policy. Participate in staff meetings case conferences business development meetings and customer service programs as required to ensure the facility meets its goals and obligations to the community. Delivers a high level of customer service to all internal and external customers. Demonstrate leadership competencies through communication and relationship building developing self and others and teamwork.
Shift: 8 hours shifts Tuesday -Saturday
Specialty Type: Rehabilitation Therapy
Sub Specialties: Physical Therapist
General Certifications: General Certifications(ACLSBLS/BCLSPALSNRP)Please CLICK HERE to view details.
Employment Type
Full-time
