Physical Therapist

The Physical Therapist is responsible for performing initial patient evaluations, plans/implements treatment programs, monitors patient's progress towards treatment goals, directly communicates with referring physicians, and documents and completes daily charge tickets.

Reports to the Director of Physical Therapy

• Perform evaluation procedures including: range of motion, circumferential measurements of body parts, neurological and manual muscle testing, motor developmental assessment, and analysis of posture, gait, and functional activities.
• Interpret evaluation results to determine the degree of impairment, aid in differential diagnoses, and assist in establishing and revising the specifics of treatment.
• Plan treatment programs based upon the patient's complaint , physician referral, review of medical records, and evaluation results.
• Set appropriate goals for treatment to relieve pain, restore function, and prevent disability.
• Rule out contra-indications to treatment and recommend necessary changes.
• Perform electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, cryotherapy, traction and massage techniques following established procedures and within limits set by patient condition and tolerance.
• Administer therapeutic exercises to improve posture, strength, range of motion, coordination, and endurance.
• Provide fitting and application of recommended orthotic devices.
• Instruct patients in the use of assistive devices and physical therapy procedures to be continued at home.
• Monitor the effects of treatment and modify techniques to achieve maximum benefit.
• Document initial evaluation and progress report for patient's medical record.
• Verbally report progress or changes in the patient's condition to the referring physician as appropriate.
• Validate treatment given for accurate completion of the charge ticket.
• Provide input or timely scheduling for patients.
• Provide direction and supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants and other supportive personnel.
• Maintain professional mannerism.
• Maintain clean, neat, orderly work environment.
• Attempt to provide for patient comfort and modesty.
• Communicate tactfully in person or by telephone.
• Economically utilize supplies.
• Help to maintain equipment and notify the Director of problems.
• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures codes.
• File incident reports for any event in which the individual or facility might be subject to liability.
• Notify the Director of any situation, which warrants consideration beyond the Staff Physical Therapist's duties and responsibilities.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to SC Way customer service philosophy.

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy.

• Licensed by the State of Illinois.
• Preferred to be a member of the American Physical Therapy Association but is not required.
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.

Extensive walking, standing, kneeling and heavy lifting.

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