Outpatient Physical Therapist (Per-Diem)

JOB SUMMARY:  Treats residents who have been referred to the physical therapist by the resident’s physician on written order.  Identifies residents by diagnosis or observation or staff referral who may benefit from therapy and requests orders for evaluation and treatment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Reviews referrals for physical therapy and physician’s orders; performs evaluations, sets goals, devises treatment programs, and implements treatments based on diagnosis, resident’s condition and rehabilitative prognosis.  Makes recommendations, sends progress note, and consults with the physician as necessary.

1. Maintains proper documentation in medical record including evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries and treatment logs. 

1. Supervises physical therapist assistants concerning the carrying out of treatment programs. 

1. Communicates effectively with physicians, patients, family members, rehabilitation staff, and referral sources regarding patient progress, treatment recommendations, scheduling needs, and discharge planning.

1. Uses effective communication techniques within rehabilitation department and inter-departmentally to maximize team building.

1. Maintains 75% productivity. 

1. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. 

QUALIFICATIONS:  Work requires the knowledge of physical therapy normally acquired through an accredited University for physical therapy.  New York State license to practice physical therapy.  Must possess skills to effectively acquire pertinent information from patients’ charts and the patients to evaluate, implement procedures, and document the effects of treatment. Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate accurately and precisely to patients and family members the instructions that may be necessary in the completion of a treatment program.  Must be able to identify changes in patient conditions and be able to communicate those changes to the provider. 

Salary : $55