Physical Therapist (PT)

1 Legacy Healthcare Recruiters; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de recrutement en soins de santé recherche un thérapeute physique pour évaluer et traiter les patients en milieu clinique. Le candidat idéal aura un diplôme en thérapie physique et sera capable de travailler en étroite collaboration avec l'équipe de réhabilitation pour fournir des soins de qualité. Cette position nécessite des compétences solides en communication et en planification de traitement, avec une attention particulière aux détails et au bien-être du patient.

Qualifications

• Doit avoir un diplôme de Bachelor en Thérapie Physique ou équivalent.
• Connaissances en évaluation et planification de traitement.
• Capacité à communiquer efficacement avec les patients et l'équipe médicale.

Responsibilities

• Évaluer et traiter les patients selon les directives du médecin.
• Développer et mettre en œuvre des plans de traitement.
• Documenter les services dans les dossiers médicaux.
• Superviser le travail des assistants et des techniciens en réhabilitation.

Skills

Communication

Évaluation de patients

Planification de traitement

Collaboration avec l'équipe

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients/residents, communicates with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Provides Physical Therapy services including treatment planning & implementation, and discharge planning. Tests patient’s physical abilities, analyzes rehabilitation goals, and consults with the rehab team to coordinate the most effective physical therapy program.

Organizational Relationships:

Supervises: Responsible for the care delivered by PTAs and Rehab Technicians.

1. Evaluate patients/residents within 24 hours of physician referral.
2. Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approval from the referring physician; treat patients/residents according to the physician’s treatment plan.
3. Communicate regularly with supervisors, rehabilitation team members, and nursing staff regarding treatment plans, progress, and prognosis.
4. Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, 14-day progress reports to physicians, and discharge summaries per policy and procedure.
5. Instruct patients/residents’ families or nursing staff in maintenance programs.
6. Secure necessary durable medical equipment such as orthoses, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars to facilitate independence in mobility.
7. Submit logs and billing information promptly.
8. Report any issues with equipment to the appropriate supervisor immediately.
9. Comply with the State Licensing Board of California, Title 22, CMS, and California Labor Board Guidelines.

May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Licensure/Certification: Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Physical Therapy.

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Contact: 951-251-0997

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