Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide efficient, quality-oriented physical therapy patient care through an individualized program, including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, a home exercise program, education, and communication to maximize the patient’s progress toward achieving functional goals.

POSITION SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises the Work of Physical Therapy Assistants and Support Personnel.

Requirements

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral degree in physical therapy as evidenced by college diploma and current state licensure required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

? Ability to project a professional image.

? Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.

? Ability to identify and implement components of the physical therapy process

? Identify learning needs and teach patients and families

? Ability to communicate and collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals

? Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations.

? Strong organizational, prioritizing, and analytical skills.

? Strongcustomerservice.

? Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.

? Workingknowledgeofpersonalcomputerandsoftwareapplicationsusedinjobfunctions

? Ability to pass background check and drug screen.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Physical Therapist in the state employed.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

English is the primary language of the facility. Ability to read and write, communicate clearly with co- workers and customers and to respond to appropriate questions regarding work process or work product.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instruction furnished in written, oral and/or diagram form. Ability to define and solve problems and collect data.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Demonstrates self-awareness and empathy, active listening and understanding; developing colleagues, team player; gains support through effective relationships; treats others with dignity and respect; seeks feedback; participates in processes to measure effectiveness, efficiency, and service; and maintains reporting mechanisms. Helps to maintain a positive team-oriented atmosphere without negativity and drama.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.