Physical Therapist, Inpatient - Tyler

Davita Inc.; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Physical Therapist responsible for assessing and implementing patient care in accordance with the Physical Therapy Practice Act. The role includes evaluating patient needs, developing care plans, and monitoring progress in a full-time position.

Qualifications

• Doctorate Prof required.
• Must possess LPT License in state of employment.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' needs and perform evaluations as assigned.
• Formulate relevant and measurable goals based on assessments.
• Reassess patient progress regularly.

Skills

Assessment

Care Planning

Patient Evaluation

Goal Formulation

Education

Doctorate Prof

Job description

Description

Summary:

The Physical Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating and implementing care for the patients assigned physical therapy. The Physical Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Physical Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment and interventions to a designated patient population.

Responsibilities:

• Gathers pertinent data from chart and other care givers; discusses with physician as necessary
• Independently assesses all patient types as assigned
• Demonstrates ability to recognize additional needs during evaluation; exercises good judgment in decision making when requesting, scheduling and/or performing additional testing
• Interprets results and formulates relevant, measurable, realistic and attainable goals
• Reassesses patient progress regularly per department and regulatory policy, or when need arises
• Identifies appropriate equipment, discusses with patient and family and makes

Requirements:

• Doctorate Prof
• LPT License in state of employment
• BLS

Work Type:

Full Time