Physical Therapist

Staff Physical Therapist

Location: South Williamson, KY 41503

Job Description:

• Conduct and supervise physical therapy programs to enable the patient to reach maximum physical performance.
• Provide supervision for the Physical Therapy department in the absence of a Director of Physical Therapy.
• Deliver direct physical therapy treatment (exercise, gait training, A.D.L., muscle re-education, modalities, etc.) in accordance with physician's orders.
• Evaluate patients from a physical therapy standpoint.
• Supervise physical therapy treatments provided by the Physical Therapy Workers.
• Record patient response to treatment and constantly re-evaluate the patient's physical status.
• Evaluate and adjust equipment used by patients and personnel.
• Maintain communication with physicians, nursing, and other appropriate departments regarding physical therapy treatments.
• Train patient's family in rehabilitation techniques to be administered in the home.
• Assist patient and family in setting goals and making adaptations in the home environment consistent with the patient's capabilities and limitations.
• Provide in-service education and consultation services in physical therapy procedures and techniques to other members of the health care team.
• Assist in the clinical education of students or faculty as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy approved by either the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation or the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Foreign-trained therapists must have their credentials reviewed and approved by an independent agency appointed by the State Board of Physical Therapy.
• Licensed, or eligible for licensure, as a physical therapist by the state where employed.
• Physical Therapy License (Required).

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Relocation Information:

• Ability to relocate to South Williamson, KY 41503 before starting work (Required).