Role Overview: The Physical Therapist provides medically prescribed therapy to alleviate pain, restore function, and prevent disability after disease, injury, or amputation.
Key Responsibilities: Conducts evaluations, develops individualized therapy programs using exercises, manual techniques, and equipment such as ultrasound and diathermy. Guides patients in active/passive exercises, gait, and functional training. Performs diagnostic tests on muscles, nerves, and joints, and records patient progress. May supervise staff and participate in training students and staff in therapy techniques.
Qualifications & Skills: Requires a Doctorate of Physical Therapy (post-2015), licensure as a Physical Therapist, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Preferred certifications include Pelvic Health. Experience in patient assessment, manual therapy, and equipment use is essential. Strong communication and instructional skills are necessary to instruct patients and team members.
Key Duties: Plan and implement therapy sessions, utilize various physical means, direct and assist patients in exercises, and use therapeutic equipment. Perform initial and re-evaluations, document patient progress, and contribute to multidisciplinary team efforts. Supervision of assistants and involvement in educational activities may be required.