Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

Job Description:

• Provides physical therapy and related services for patients while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy and within Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines.
• Provides quality patient care including screening and evaluation of patients, development of initial and ongoing treatment plans of care, discharge plan, supervision of assistants and Rehab Techs, and case management responsibilities.
• Adheres to all state and federal regulations regarding physical therapy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Optimize the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing, and/or overseeing physical therapy.
• Provide consultation and clinical supervision to PTAs.
• Directly supervise PTA and Rehab Tech in skilled tasks during group and individual treatment in a manner that promotes efficient and effective utilization of resources.
• Build a strong physical therapy program.
• Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists, and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities.
• Maintain a valid state license. Maintain awareness of issues related to the profession of physical therapy and the health care environment.
• Understands various relevant payment models related to billing and treatment guidelines, as well as clinically appropriate means/modes of delivery.
• Be compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within a facility.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend in English: instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports.

Requirements:

• A graduate of an APTA accredited school of physical therapy.
• Computer literate and proficient in clinical documentation.
• Basic Internet navigation skills.
• Valid physical therapist state license.

Professional Development:

• Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists, and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities.

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with multiple plans to choose from.
• Life Insurance (Free and add-on).
• 401K.
• PTO (Increased over time).
• Competitive Pay Packages.
• Voluntary Short Term and Long Term Disability.
• CEU Courses provided by CEU 360.
• Tuition Repayment Programs.
• Clinical Leadership Support.
• Flexible Schedules.