What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics / Sports position at Northshore Home Health Care?
Role Overview
The Physical Therapist provides comprehensive physical therapy services, including screening, evaluation, treatment planning, implementation, re-evaluation, discharge planning, and documentation in various healthcare settings. They collaborate with the healthcare team to develop protocols, meet patient goals, and ensure quality care.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist provides comprehensive physical therapy services, including screening, evaluation, treatment planning, implementation, re-evaluation, discharge planning, and documentation in various healthcare settings. They collaborate with the healthcare team to develop protocols, meet patient goals, and ensure quality care.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct evaluations, review medical history, perform assessments, and communicate findings to patients and families, involving them in goal setting.
- Implement treatment protocols based on evaluation outcomes, monitor patient progress, and modify plans as needed, consulting with other professionals.
- Complete discharge planning, follow-up, and accurately document all patient care activities, including initial evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
- Manage time effectively, maintain productivity, and provide flexible, empathetic patient care in a customer-focused environment.
- Engage in continuing education, serve as a clinical instructor, and mentor staff, students, and volunteers.
- Degree in Physical Therapy (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral) from an accredited program.
- Licensure in Maryland, DC, or Virginia as required.
- Current BLS/CPR certification for healthcare providers.