Physical Therapist

Job description

At Mahaka Health the primary role of a licensed physical therapist is to evaluate, examine, treat and monitor as well as provide an ongoing assessment of patients. Complete all necessary paperwork/reports; plans and develops new programs; maintains communication with patients; patient family, caregiver and physician/providers; presents in-services; assists in general management of the department; supervises therapy assistants and support staff; and other diverse duties as requested or required. Essential job functions include but are not limited to, Job requirements include but are not limited to, - Evaluate/assess the patient/client and determine a treatment plan using approved examination and evaluation procedures. Interpret evaluation findings and communicate the treatment plan to the patient/client, family, caregiver and care team. - Prepare necessary documentation including evaluations, daily notes, progress notes, updated plan of cares, discharge summaries and logs in a timely manner according to federal, state and facility-specific rules and regulations. - Consult with other members of the rehabilitation team to select treatment programs consistent with the needs and capabil...