What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at AccessHealth?
Overview
This role involves delivering high-quality physical therapy services, including patient screening, evaluation, treatment plan development, and discharge planning. The Physical Therapist (PT) supervises PTAs and Rehab Techs, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and resource use. Key responsibilities include maximizing patient independence, providing clinical oversight, establishing and growing therapy programs, and maintaining compliance with regulations. The PT is expected to advance clinical and leadership skills through collaboration and continuing education, stay informed on industry trends, and ensure adherence to safety and infection control protocols. Effective communication, confidentiality, and understanding billing models are essential.
Qualifications
This role involves delivering high-quality physical therapy services, including patient screening, evaluation, treatment plan development, and discharge planning. The Physical Therapist (PT) supervises PTAs and Rehab Techs, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and resource use. Key responsibilities include maximizing patient independence, providing clinical oversight, establishing and growing therapy programs, and maintaining compliance with regulations. The PT is expected to advance clinical and leadership skills through collaboration and continuing education, stay informed on industry trends, and ensure adherence to safety and infection control protocols. Effective communication, confidentiality, and understanding billing models are essential.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program
- Valid state license to practice as a Physical Therapist