Responsible for objective assessment and development of individualized physical therapy treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients under departmental policies and Therapy Leadership.
Key Duties
- Perform comprehensive evaluations, treatment planning, and patient care consistent with standards of practice.
- Provide direct supervision to patients and indirect supervision of rehabilitation technicians.
- Provide general supervision to physical therapy assistants in accordance with applicable State Practice Acts.
- Maintain care delivery aligned with organizational mission, values, and service standards.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s, Master of Science in Physical Therapy, or Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
- Licensure: Current/temporary Physical Therapy license in the state of practice.
- Certification: BLS certification (required to be current).
- Preferred: Experience with adult and geriatric patients.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to push, pull, and/or lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
- Prolonged standing and walking; ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat.