Lead Physical Therapist – Assess, Plan & Mentor PT Team

Ontario Trillium Foundation; Kenner, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Trillium Foundation seeks a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy to evaluate patients, plan and oversee treatment programs, and supervise Physical Therapy assistants. The role includes documenting care and assisting in office administration as needed.

Providers direct and indirect supervision, ensure progress notes and discharge plans are documented, and educate patients and families on exercises to continue at home.

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy and current Louisiana licensure.
• Experience in supervising Physical Therapy assistants is desired.
• Ability to assist in office administration as required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, develops treatment plans, and sets goals.
• Administers procedures, modalities, ADL activities, and exercises as indicated.
• Maintains accurate patient records including progress notes and billing forms.
• Supervises Physical Therapy assistants and communicates patient progress.
• Participates in quality improvement and safety programs.
• Co-signs PTA documentation when needed after review.
• Provides home-exercise instruction and written references for patients.

Skills

Supervising staff

Patient education

Documentation skills

Education

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy with Louisiana licensure

Job description

Ontario Trillium Foundation seeks a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy to evaluate patients, plan and oversee treatment programs, and supervise Physical Therapy assistants. The role includes documenting care and assisting in office administration as needed.

Providers direct and indirect supervision, ensure progress notes and discharge plans are documented, and educate patients and families on exercises to continue at home.