Staff Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy - Full Time 8 Hours Days (9:00AM to 5:30PM) (Non-Union, Non-Exempt)

Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: - Communicates appropriately with the referring physician. - Communicates with patients and others adequately and appropriately. - Completes all required documentation. - Continues professional development through continuing education. - Delegates to and supervises Assistants and Aides appropriately. - Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to assess patients and complete other clinical responsibilities from a developmental perspective. - Develops appropriate treatment plans. - Evaluates patients, identifying problems and defining treatment goals that are specific, objective and measurable. - Implements treatment programs using appropriate modalities and/or procedures according to department standards. - Monitors the extent to which services have met therapy goals. - May participates in clinical education for physical therapy students. - Participates in multidisciplinary treatment planning and care. - May participate in orientation of new staff, students and volunteers. - Performs routine tasks necessary for maintaining a clean, safe and efficient work area. - Possesses the knowledge and clinical skills necessary to assess the deve...