What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at PALMETTO PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS L?
Palmetto Advanced Therapy Services, a division of Palmetto Primary Care Physicians, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist to join our team.
To learn more about Palmetto Advanced Therapy Services, visit www.PalmettoAdvancedTherapy.com or to learn more about Palmetto Primary Care Physicians, visit www.PalmettoPrimaryCare.com.
- Offer 401K with generous company match
- Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Offered
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including review of medical history, physical assessments, and functional testing, to establish diagnoses within the scope of physical therapy practice.
- Develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings, evidence-based practice, and patient goals.
- Administer physical therapy treatments and modalities, including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, gait training, neuromuscular re-education, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and other interventions as clinically indicated.
- Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and self-management strategies.
- Communicate and collaborate with physicians, case managers, and other healthcare professionals regarding patient status, progress, and treatment recommendations.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation in compliance with state regulations, payer requirements, and facility policy.
- Supervise and delegate appropriate tasks to Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), in accordance with South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners supervision requirements.
- Establish discharge plans and coordinate continuity of care, including referrals to other services as appropriate.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA, OSHA, and South Carolina physical therapy practice act requirements.
- Participate in infection control, safety, and emergency preparedness protocols.
- Maintain current licensure, CPR certification, and required continuing education credits.
Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in departmental meetings, in-service training, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Assist with mentoring new staff, students, or interns.
- Contribute to marketing or community outreach efforts (e.g., health fairs, screenings).
- Assist with equipment maintenance requests and inventory management.
- Perform other duties as assigned