Therapist-Physical I

Baptist Memorial Health; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Columbus, MS is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients according to a written plan of care and to promote restoration of functional abilities. You will develop discharge plans, document care, and may supervise students and support staff.

A valid licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire are required; additional licensure as applicable may be needed. This role emphasizes compassionate care, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and

Qualifications

• Minimum licensure, registration, or certification required.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
• Develops a written plan of care.
• Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
• Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.
• Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care while also reassessing patient's functional status.
• Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
• Contributes to the development of staff and students.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Completes assigned goals

Job description

Purpose of Position and Scope of Responsibility

Job Summary Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Performs other duties as assigned

Principal Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
• Develops a written plan of care.
• Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
• Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.
• Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care while also reassessing patient's functional status.
• Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
• Contributes to the development of staff and students.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Completes assigned goals

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education

Minimum Experience - Entry Level

Minimum Licensure, Registration, Certification

BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HER;PT

Desired Qualifications

Desired Education

Desired Experience

Desired Licensure, Registration, Certification