PRN PT

Job Description Summary

PRN PT to assist with clinic coverage, call-outs, PTO and other leaves in the Charleston area.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC000702 CHS - Therapy - Occupational / Physical Clinic - West Ashley (Offsite)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-30

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

An outpatient physical therapist with associated university degree and current, valid SC PT license, to help patients regain mobility, manage pain, and improve their overall quality of life. Job tasks may include :

Consultation and Assessment including :

o Consulting with patients to understand their physical condition, symptoms, and medical history.

o Assessing and interpreting patient evaluations and test results.

o Developing personalized treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques .

Treatment Planning and Implementation including :

o Creating individualized rehab programs for patients.

o Utilizing various treatment methods, such as therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities (e.g., heat, cold, ultrasound).

o Educating and Coaching patients on therapeutic exercises and stretches to improve their condition .

Providing Hands-On Therapy and Pain Management techniques including :

o Manual therapy, joint mobilizations, soft tissue mobilization, etc.

Maintaining patient's electronic medical record including :

o Maintaining accurate patient records, tracking goals and progress.

o Documenting adaptations to treatment plans based on patient response and changing needs.

o Advising patients and their families on in-home treatment options and recovery expectations and appropriately documenting education.

Additional Job Description

Education : Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program, greater than one year experience as a physical therapist, and licensure as a Physical Therapist by the South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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