bluevalleyhrc
PT Job Summary
The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats residents and patients with temporary or long-term physical disabilities to relieve pain, restore function, and promote healing by applying the therapeutic properties of exercise, heat, ultrasound, massage, and other forms of treatment. Under a physician's orders, the therapist performs their duties within their scope of practice and federal guidelines. PT Qualifications
Bachelor's degree plus five years of experience in Physical Therapy or Master's/Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy (no additional experience required with attainment of Master's/Doctorate Degree) One year of clinical experience preferred Current license to practice Physical Therapy issued by the state where applicable PT Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reviews physicians' referrals and patients' conditions and medical records to determine, in consultation with the physician, the appropriate physical therapy treatment(s) required Evaluates plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment to patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint, and bone diseases related to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems to improve or restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability Tests and measures patients' muscle strength, motor development, range of motion, coordination, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory/circulatory efficiency Maintains patient records, recording treatment, response, and progress in patient charts Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatment to achieve maximum benefit Administers treatments for the specific needs of the patient, including application of physical agents, massage, traction equipment, and other therapies Conducts home assessments as needed to ensure patients are being discharged to an appropriate and safe environment Timely, accurately, and ethically completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations PT Benefits:
401K Annual Performance Evaluations Paid Time Off Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Disability Insurance Life Insurance Electronic Documentation Employee Appreciation Events
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The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats residents and patients with temporary or long-term physical disabilities to relieve pain, restore function, and promote healing by applying the therapeutic properties of exercise, heat, ultrasound, massage, and other forms of treatment. Under a physician's orders, the therapist performs their duties within their scope of practice and federal guidelines. PT Qualifications
Bachelor's degree plus five years of experience in Physical Therapy or Master's/Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy (no additional experience required with attainment of Master's/Doctorate Degree) One year of clinical experience preferred Current license to practice Physical Therapy issued by the state where applicable PT Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reviews physicians' referrals and patients' conditions and medical records to determine, in consultation with the physician, the appropriate physical therapy treatment(s) required Evaluates plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment to patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint, and bone diseases related to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems to improve or restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability Tests and measures patients' muscle strength, motor development, range of motion, coordination, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory/circulatory efficiency Maintains patient records, recording treatment, response, and progress in patient charts Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatment to achieve maximum benefit Administers treatments for the specific needs of the patient, including application of physical agents, massage, traction equipment, and other therapies Conducts home assessments as needed to ensure patients are being discharged to an appropriate and safe environment Timely, accurately, and ethically completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations PT Benefits:
401K Annual Performance Evaluations Paid Time Off Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Disability Insurance Life Insurance Electronic Documentation Employee Appreciation Events
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