Licensed Physical Therapist: Patient Care Leader

Ontario Trillium Foundation; LaPlace (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health

Dental and vision insurance

Paid leave

Paid holidays

Uniform reimbursement

Paid maternity leave

Matching 401k program

Job summary

Cypress Physical Therapy is seeking an energetic and experienced licensed physical therapist to join our team in Louisiana. The role involves evaluating patients, creating treatment plans, and overseeing support staff.

Responsibilities include supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, maintaining records, and educating patients on home programs. Strong communication and adherence to safety protocols are essential, with opportunities to participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy and Louisiana licensure required.
• Active license to practice Physical Therapy in Louisiana preferred.
• Experience supervising Physical Therapy Assistants is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, develops treatment plans and goals.
• Administers various physical therapy procedures and supervises support staff.
• Maintains accurate patient records including progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Supervises Physical Therapy assistants.
• Instructs patients and families on home exercises.
• Participates in quality improvement and safety programs.
• Co-signs PTA documentation when needed.
• Attends management meetings.

Skills

Licensed Physical Therapist

Clinical supervision

Patient care

Education

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Cypress Physical Therapy is seeking an energetic and experienced licensed physical therapist to join our team in Louisiana. The role involves evaluating patients, creating treatment plans, and overseeing support staff.

Responsibilities include supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, maintaining records, and educating patients on home programs. Strong communication and adherence to safety protocols are essential, with opportunities to participate in quality improvement initiatives.