Outpatient Physical Therapist

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Job Summary

Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to principles and practices of physical therapy. Participates in operational and clinical functions for the department, hospital and corporation. Provides direction and assistance to Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapy Students, and Therapy Aides in the area of patient care. Complies with laws and regulations of appropriate state and federal agencies and Joint Commission guidelines. An advanced level of clinical and interpersonal skills are required. Behaviours that support the purpose statements of the department and hospital are expected.

Accountabilities

Performs appropriate initial physical therapy evaluations and re-evaluations and designs a physical therapy plan of care - 25%

• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of diagnoses / conditions seen in physical therapy
• Selects, performs, and interprets the results of PT examinations of neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems
• Accurately performs and interprets standardized evaluations appropriate for the patient
• Identifies actual or potential problems that would impact the PT treatment plan as well as the overall patient plan of care
• Establishes specific treatment goals based on the results of the initial assessment
• Designs the treatment plan appropriate for the patient's age, educational level, and cultural background
• Designs a plan of intervention that is coordinated and integrated with other services.
• Revises the treatment plan as indicated

Implements and manages a specific and comprehensive treatment plan, and participates in patient discharge planning - 15%

Actively participates in patient and family education process - 10%

Complies with departmental policies for documentation - 10%

Department and team responsibilities - 10%

Supervision - 10%

Productivity - 10%

Achieves Annual Goals - 10%

Supervisory / Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive

Minimum Requirements

Education : Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Experience : No previous experience required

Required Certifications / Registrations / Licenses

SC PT Licensure from the Board of PT Examiners

Other Required Sills and Experience

Demonstrates clinical competency based on patient's age

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

Laurens County Medical Campus

Facility

1062 Laurens County Hospital

Department

10627370 Physical Therapy

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