Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $3,046 per week in Lamar, CO

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Windsor Healthcare Recruitment Group, Inc. to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in Lamar, Colorado, 81052!

Pay Information

$3,046 per week

About The Position

Job SummaryGeneral DescriptionThe staff physical therapist has the responsibility for evaluation, consultation and treatment of patients, as well as, the overall utilization, supervision and instruction of professional and supportive staff, volunteers and students in their area of physical therapy as it pertains to the care of their patients. ResponsibilityIs proactive in ensuring that patient is progressed to prior level of function or maximum medical improvement per Plan of Care. Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient, as related to the therapy requested and reassessments as per policy. This includes pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients and the general patient population. Maintains records pertinent to patient care including progress reports, daily notes, special reports as requested, and supervision of Physical Therapist Assistants. AccountabilityThe Physical Therapist reports directly to the Rehabilitation Department Manager.Special DemandsMental : Astute communication skills with employees, physicians, visitors, patients / families and Administration. Ability to adjust to job situations, which involve many different people and projects, requiring some independent action and judgment. Physical : Flexibility to work in continually changing conditions. Must have manual dexterity to operate equipment and to provide hands-on assessment, assistance and exercise to patients. Ability to lift and move patient with or without assistance and maneuver equipment greater than or equal to 20 pounds. Agility is required for frequent changes in position. Visual and hearing acuity required to receive feedback and information from patients. Ability to effectively counsel patients and their families. Qualifications Education : Earned degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy. Current Colorado Licensure. Working EnvironmentProvides treatment in multiple settings including inpatient and outpatient. Full Time position working Monday through Friday, occasional weekend coverage for inpatient / swing bed evaluations. Stress of meeting deadlines, busy environment, numerous interruptions, exposure to emergency situations, extended hours depending upon job necessity.

Shift : M-F 8 : 00-5 : 00

Specialty Type : Rehabilitation Therapy

Sub Specialties : Physical Therapist

General Certifications : N / A

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