Traveling Physical Therapist

Traveling Physical Therapist

Exp 1-2 yrs

Degree Masters

*For fastest results to be considered for this opportunity, please email your resume to mac@dstaff.com*

Job Description: JOB DESCRIPTION

BASIC FUNCTION

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 record. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis in restorative techniques.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Evaluate patients/residents based upon the physician referral.

• Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approval for services from referring physician.

• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants and Rehab Aides in direct patient/resident care and patient/resident related activities per state practice act.

• Treat patients/residents according to a treatment plan.

• 5Screens patients/residents based upon identified need.

• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.

• Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings, patient/resident care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other meetings as required or directed.

• Participate in in-service training program for other staff in the facility.

• Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory, corporate, and professional guidelines.

• Record daily treatment charges per approved billing guidelines.

• Instruct families and nursing staff in restorative/home program.

• Participate in discharge planning.

• Secure necessary durable medical equipment and adaptive equipment for patients/residents.

• Report any problems with department equipment to the appropriate personnel so that it is maintained in good working order.

• Acts as a clinical preceptor for affiliating Physical therapy or Physical Therapist Assistant schools with approved contracts.

• Coordinates with members of other departments, attending physicians, committee members, and other staff within the Rehab department.

• Performs other duties as required or directed.

*For fastest results to be considered for this opportunity, please email your resume to mac@dstaff.com*

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