Physical Therapist
Job Description:
Position: Physical Therapist
Salary: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday with weekend rotation
Facility: 130 bed facility offering both long-term and short-term rehabilitation services
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough evaluations of patients' physical abilities and limitations
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings and patient goals
- Implement treatment plans using various techniques and modalities, such as therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and assistive devices
- Monitor and document patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and occupational therapists, to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care for patients
- Educate patients and their families on proper techniques and exercises to improve their mobility and function
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation
- Adhere to all legal and ethical standards in regards to patient care and confidentiality
- Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices and advancements in physical therapy
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- Current state license to practice as a Physical Therapist
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a clinical setting, preferably in a rehabilitation facility
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to patient care
- Basic computer skills and experience with electronic medical records systems