PT, Physical Therapist - Institute for Healthy Living - Full Time

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Physical Therapist who will assess, plan, and implement therapy care for patients. This full-time role involves evaluating physical conditions and working with cross-functional teams to ensure patient progress and adherence to health standards.

Qualifications

• Required degree from an accredited college or university.
• LPT License in state of employment.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and evaluates patient needs for physical therapy.
• Independently manages and implements care plans.
• Regularly reassesses patient progress as required.

Skills

Assessment

Patient Care

Decision Making

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate of Physical Therapy

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:

Education/Skills

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited college or university is required.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• LPT License in state of employment
• BLS

Work Type:

Full Time

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