Therapist-Physical I

Job Summary

Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants technicians and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities
Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
Develops a written plan of care.
Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
Documents interventions/care in the patients medical record.
Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care while also reassessing patients functional status.
Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education follow-up and referral to community resources.
Contributes to the development of staff and students.
Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
Completes assigned goals.

Experience
Minimum Required: Entry level.

Special Skills
Minimum Required: Basic skills such as keyboarding using a mouse and navigating sites.

Licensure
Minimum Required: BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HER;PT