Therapist-Physical I PRN

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.

Provides leadership support, participates on hospital committees, serves as a resource and ambassador for performance improvement to clinical and management staff. Performs other duties as assigned. 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. Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care and reassesses patient's functional status as needed.

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.

Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record. Completes assigned goals. Specifications: Experience Minimum Required 1 year clinical experience Preferred/Desired Education Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Training Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Advanced training and/or certification in area of primary practice.

Special Skills Minimum Required Basic computer literacy skills. Preferred/Desired Licensure Minimum Required BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HER;PT Preferred/Desired