POSITION OVERVIEW:
The staff licensed physical therapist evaluates, examines, treats, monitors and provides ongoing assessment of patients/clients; performs all necessary paperwork/reports; plans and develops new programs; maintains communication with patients/clients, patient/client family, caregiver and physician and contract site staff; presents in-services; assists in general management of the department; supervises therapy assistants and support staff; and other diverse duties as requested or required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s (B.A., B.S.), Master's (M.A., M.S.) or Doctorate (DPT) degree in Physical Therapy
- Physical Therapy board certification and licensure according to state regulations.
- Supervisor's license as required by state.
- Valid Driver's license.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one settings to patients/clients, family, caregivers, facility , staff, and other employees of the organization.
- Ability to relate positively, professionally, and cooperatively with others.
- Ability to perform the essential work functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations.