Physical Therapist/ PTA

at Clark Fork Valley Hospital in Plains, Montana, United States

Physical Therapist/ PTA

Plains, MT

Full Time

Rehab Services

Experienced

+ Reviews Physicians referral (prescription) and patients condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required.

+ Tests and measures patients strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise treatment programs.

+ Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data.

+ Administers manual exercises to improve and maintain function.

+ Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical activities and in use of assistive and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.

+ Administers treatments involving application of physical agents and use of Aquatic therapy as appropriate.

+ Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.

+ Administers myofascial mobilization and lymph mobilization if adequate training has been accomplished.

+ Administers traction to relieve pain.

+ Records treatment, response, and progress in patients chart or enters information into computer.

+ Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.

+ Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends modification to Orthotist.

+ Confers with Physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program, and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of patients health care.

+ Orients, instructs, and directs work activities of assistants, aides, and students.

+ Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students, and community groups.

+ Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program and be currently licensed by the Montana State Board of PT Examiners to practice Physical Therapy as defined by the Montana APTA . The PT should be in good physical and mental health, and is expected to maintain a high level of fitness to be able to portray the benefits of good health practices.

+ The PT will attain and maintain adequate continuing education credits as required by the Montana APTA . Applicants CEUs will be expected to be tied to perceived needs of the service community.

+ The general nature of this practice requires a familiarity with a wide variety of problems and treatments. The PT should strive to be as competent and knowledgeable as possible.

+ The normal hours of work for this position are 36 to 40 per week, Monday Friday. Any change in this schedule will be discussed with the PT Manager on a case by case basis.

+ This PT staff reports to the PT Manager.