Physical Therapist - Level 2

About This Role

Assess, plan, and implement rehabilitative programs to restore physical function and prevent dysfunction in patients. This role also involves acting as a clinical and administrative resource for the department.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients using appropriate testing methods and instrumentation, recording and interpreting findings to identify patient needs
• Formulate detailed assessments based on examination findings
• Develop functional, time-based, and measurable treatment plans and patient outcomes with input from patients, families, and other health professionals
• Safely and effectively implement treatment interventions, applying sound clinical judgment and skill
• Provide patient and family education during therapy and in preparation for discharge
• Conduct ongoing assessments of patient status and revise treatment interventions, goals, and outcomes as appropriate
• Initiate discharge planning by incorporating patient/family input and participating in multidisciplinary patient care planning
• Maintain all medical record documentation thoroughly and accurately according to department policy and procedures
• Meet department standards for productivity and delegate tasks to support staff when appropriate
• Attend internal and external educational programs and read professional journals to enhance Physical Therapy skills and clinical outcomes

Requirements

• BS Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Active MA Physical Therapy license
• American Heart Association – Basic Life Support (BLS) certified
• A minimum of two years as a licensed physical therapist with professional, clinical experience in a physical therapy setting
• Knowledge of Physical Therapy theory and practice
• Ability to observe, assess and record objective findings, symptoms, reactions and progress
• Skills in critical judgement and thinking
• Ability to effectively communicate medical information, test results, diagnoses, and/or proposed treatment
• Knowledge of Physical Therapy services, facilities and equipment
• Ability to assess individual patient needs
• Skill in maintaining patient medical record
• Knowledge of range of therapy methods and techniques
• Ability to maintain quality, safety and/or infection control standards
• Ability to use independent judgement and to manage and impart confidential information
• Ability to provide leadership and mentorship

Qualifications

• BS Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• A minimum of two years as a licensed physical therapist with professional, clinical experience in a physical therapy setting.

Benefits

Certifications