Physical Therapist

Opportunity:

PT - Physical Therapist

Job Details:

• Provide inpatient physical therapy treatment focusing on orthopedic (same day joints and orthopedic trauma), neuro, medical, ICU, cardiac, renal, oncology, trauma, and stroke patients
• Typically start with 10 evaluations, with potential for additional treatments
• Evaluate patients referred for physical therapy utilizing specialized testing procedures and skills
• Assess patient strength, range of motion, coordination, perception, sensation, ambulation, transfers, and bed mobility
• Develop individualized physical therapy plans of care directed towards short and long-term goals
• Supervise operation of specific treatment teams and meet regularly with PTAs to discuss patients and set goals
• Perform evidence-based care and seek out research to support interventions
• Complete medical documentation in accordance with APTA standards of care
• Ensure treatments are performed as ordered in a safe and timely manner
• Maintain professional image and exhibit excellent customer relations with patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers
• Attend and participate in services, meetings, and educational sessions
• Assist in adjusting schedules to accommodate changes in department caseload
• Maintain orderly, clean, and safe work area
• Required certifications: SC LLR PT License and AHA BLS
• Must respect patient confidentiality and adhere to all facility policies and procedures