Physical Therapist

Position Summary 

Responsible for evaluating, planning, directing, and administering of physical therapy services as prescribed by a licensed provider. Treatments provided are to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, prevent/limit physical disabilities and/or increase independence to improve patients' overall functioning within their environment. Ensures that patient charges and documentation are accurate, entered on a timely basis and in compliance with regulatory standards. Participates in all departmental and organizational training. Provides information related to departmental budget considerations in relationship to physical therapy needs for optimum patient care and service. 

Supervises and directs physical therapy assistants. Assures continuation of therapy plan through development of home exercise programs; instructs patients and their caregivers in home exercise program and maintains regular communication with the Rehab Team. 

Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities 

Performs an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to physician order; interprets results within scope of licensure. 

Designs treatment programs for patients of varying degrees/types of disabilities and multiple medical problems in accordance with accepted practice patterns and physician orders. 

Formulates realistic and appropriate short and long term treatment goals for patients. Includes patient/family in development of the plan of care. 

Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to treat patients with physical therapy modalities (ex.Ultrasound, NMES, iontophoresis, etc.), skilled therapy techniques (ex. Manual muscle testing, joint ROM measurements, etc. ); able to instruct patients on use of adaptive/assistive equipment. 

Observes and evaluates treatment effect, recommending changes to physician as necessary. 

Documentation is timely & efficient; Meets current standards and policies; demonstrates thorough knowledge of computerized documentation, including: evaluations, progress notes, monthly notes, and discharge summaries. 

Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care. 

Supervises and directs Physical Therapy Assistants; maintains open communication with members of the Rehab Team to facilitate successful outcomes for our patients. 

Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimized patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors. 

Performs other duties as assigned.


 

Education Requirements 

Masters Degree Physical Therapy Required 

Certifications and Licensures Requirements 

Current IL PT License Required 

BLS Required 

APTA membership Preferred 

Computer Skills 

Strong computer skills Required 

Experience Requirements 

Physical Therapy Minimum 1 Year Preferred 

Additional Skills 

Ability to work independently, prioritize, and complete tasks in a timely manner Required