Physical Therapist I

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Description

The PT partners with Resurgens' physicians to provide comprehensive care to our patients. The PT creates and implements a plan for returning patients to optimal physical health by evaluating patient needs and performing specific physical therapy procedures as they relate to the recovery of musculoskeletal injuries and disorders.

Requirements

• Performs evaluations, treatments, documentation, communications, supervision and decision making in accordance to the State Practice Act;
• Performs PT evaluation and creates treatment plans in accordance with instructions and consent of referring physician;
• Performs written documentation in preparation for patients return for follow-up Physician appointments
• Provides services that help improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients;
• Provides supervision of the services of physical therapist assistants (PTA's), technicians/aides w/in the scope of the State practice act;
• Meets or communicates regularly with a variety of healthcare professionals to ensure successful patient treatment outcomes;
• Documents evaluative findings, treatments administered, the assessment of patient response to treatment and treatment plan in accordance w/State, Federal and insurance requirements/policies;
• Provides excellent customer service engaging in the use of clear, comprehensive, and frequent communication with customers;
• Educates patients in the prevention of injuries, conditioning, and rehabilitation of injuries;
• Other duties as assigned.