Physical Therapist, Arizona Inpatient Hospital, PRN

Physical Therapist under general supervisor will participate in the evaluation, planning, recording, and implementation of patient care programs designed to maintain, improve, or restore physical function and to assist patients in reaching their maximum performance level.

Job Responsibilities:

Assessment and Plan of Care/Treatment Reviews patient history and interprets physician referral.

Evaluates patient's status and physical therapy problems and abilities using both objective and subjective techniques, according to department policy and procedures.

Develops and adjusts on an ongoing basis a treatment program based on patient/family needs, goals, strengths, age, abilities, and preferences. Consults with physicians, other rehabilitation team members, patient and family to design a coordinated treatment plan.

Performs patient treatment through the use of appropriate physical therapy interventions.

Re-evaluates patient's status, and any environmental factors, to modify/terminate the treatment program as appropriate.

Maintains active and supportive communication with patients and others concerned regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.

Prepares patient for discharge, through instruction of patient and family (caregivers) and written home programs as necessary.

Manages schedule to meet departmental productivity expectations using sound clinical and professional reasoning.

Attends staff meetings, program meetings, and in-services.

Documents evaluations, progress notes, discharge recommendations, family/patient education, and all other forms in accordance with department policy and procedures.

Qualifications:

Licensed in the state of Arizona Minimum Bachelor’s Degree.

Hands-on BLS Card.