What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist | Local Traveler position at Live Well Homecare?
Position Overview:
Responsible for coordinating and delivering physical therapy services, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing direct therapy to patients across various settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate patients through data collection like records, interviews, and observations.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment programs, review plans with patients, and instruct on home exercises.
- Use functional activities to promote health, modify interventions based on ongoing assessments, and coordinate with medical teams.
- Document evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and reports as required.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Oversee and collaborate with physical therapy assistants, technicians, and students to ensure safe and effective patient care.
- Maintain knowledge of equipment use and participate in professional development activities.
- Active state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
- Ability to perform essential functions, including effective communication and visual acuity.
- Commitment to confidentiality, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards.
Uphold organizational values of compassion, stewardship, and excellence in patient care, while maintaining professionalism and compliance with regulations.