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Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistant Physical Therapy Aides and/or Physical Therapy Technicians
Responsibilities
o Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status and participation in the development of the total plan of care
o Assesses for muscle strength mobility gait ROMpotential for rehab
o Directing physical therapy treatment
o Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances
o Determining priority needs for physical therapy
o Reporting to physician patients reaction to treatment or changes in condition
Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences
May train patient in the use of prosthetic device
Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals
Participates in discharge planning for patient
Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals
Participates in peer consultation process
Gathers disseminates and communicates pertinent information
Provides for acquisition care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies
Required Skills/Abilities
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication as well as organization skills
Membership in the American Physical Therapy Association or other professional association desired
Education & Experience
Possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or masters program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization; doctorate degree in physical therapy preferred
Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice as physical therapist within the California
Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist preferred
Possesses and maintains current BLS certification by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Job Type: Full-time All Shifts
Pay: $60.00 - $81.00 per hour
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Ability to Commute:
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