Therapy - PT

Physical Therapist

Provides clinical patient care by initiating and administering appropriate treatment. Progresses patient treatment as appropriate. Carries a patient load that reflects productivity standards. Evaluates patients accurately. Plans appropriate treatment. Sets and meets functional goals. Revises and progresses the treatment program as goals are met. Provides instruction to patients and/or family members, as well as other healthcare providers. Maintains appropriate treatment records.

Completes accurate daily patient charges. Completes patient records in a timely manner. Accurately reflects in patient charges the time spent and procedures performed as well as equipment used. Maintains technical expertise through attendance and participation in continuing education activities. Attends 90% of scheduled in-services and departmental meetings. Provides instruction to patients and/or family members, as well as other healthcare providers.

Follows care path guidelines for patient/family education and documentation of home programs. Assists with daily responsibilities as appropriate. Schedules and prioritizes daily work assignments. Delegates, as appropriate, patients to support personnel. Assists with observers, volunteers, and students as requested. Assists with training of new employees. Carries out non-routine procedures under constantly changing conditions. Coordinates activities of others. Leads others in the same work performed.

Works directly with patients and/or customers. Works with internal and external customers via telephone or face-to-face interaction. Collaborates with other healthcare professionals and staff.