Role Overview:
Provides direct and indirect patient care to aid in rehabilitation and restoring normal body functions after illness or injury. Implements treatment plans, administers modalities, trains patients in transfers and gait, and supervises PT assistants and aides.
Key Responsibilities:
Conducts physical therapy assessments and skilled treatments, coordinates client care, teaches, supervises, and counsels clients and caregivers. Maintains documentation, communicates interdisciplinary updates, supervises ancillary staff, and ensures safe patient transfers. Develops and manages plans of care with effective time management and critical thinking skills.
Qualifications & Skills:
Must assist with patient lifts, transfers, and functional activity training. Minimum requirement is a Bachelor’s degree; a Master’s or Doctorate is preferred. Essential skills include clear communication, confidentiality, crisis management, customer service, electronic health records proficiency, and a valid driver’s license with minimal violations. Credentials include a PT license and BLS certification.