Role Overview: The physical therapist assesses, plans, and implements rehabilitative programs to improve mobility, reduce pain, and prevent deformity in patients with injuries or diseases. Services are delivered across the care continuum with a focus on quality, cost-effectiveness, and patient satisfaction, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Treatment Planning and Care: Develops, revises, and implements treatment plans, providing patient and family education, discharge instructions, and referrals.
- Patient Assessment: Collaborates with physicians to establish and evaluate treatment goals, plans, and discharge strategies, considering patient and family input.
- Documentation: Maintains accurate records of evaluations, treatment sessions, and discharge plans per departmental protocols.
- Professional and Teamwork Conduct: Upholds ethical standards, maintains confidentiality, communicates effectively, and participates in team meetings and ongoing education.
- Customer Service: Demonstrates a patient-centered approach, applying principles like AIDET, fostering a respectful, positive environment, and encouraging teamwork.
- Compliance and Development: Adheres to policies, completes mandatory training, maintains licensure, and supports professional growth.
Qualifications: Requires a Doctorate, Masters, or Bachelors in Physical Therapy, valid PT license, and BLS certification. Skills include effective communication, customer service orientation, teamwork, and basic computer proficiency.