Therapist-Activities

Overview

Job Summary

Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure / certification, scope of practice and departmental / discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified / licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Completes assigned goals.
• Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
• Develops a written plan of care
• Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
• Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care. Reassesses patient's functional status.
• Provides discharge planning information which includes patient / family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
• Contributes to the development of staff and students.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

Preferred / Desired

Education

Minimum Required

Preferred / Desired

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred / Desired

Special Skills

Minimum Required

Preferred / Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

Preferred / Desired