Physical Therapist - Rehab Services - FT - Days at Haywood Regional Medical Center summary:
As a Physical Therapist in Rehab Services, I perform assessments and establish personalized care plans for patients to improve their physical functioning and alleviate pain. I utilize standard therapy techniques and supervise assistants while evaluating and adjusting prosthetic and orthotic devices as necessary. My role also involves documenting progress and ensuring effective communication among the therapy team and patients.
Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.
Plans, prepares and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
Directs and supervises physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel. Assesses competence, delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication.
Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications.
Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation.
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Skills
Certifications:
AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
Required Licenses
[North Carolina, United States] Physical Therapist
Affiliations: Recommended affiliation with the American Physical Therapist Association (APTA).
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Keywords:
Physical Therapist, Rehabilitation, Patient Care, Therapy Interventions, Physical Treatment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, Healthcare, Pain Management, Patient Assessment