Physical Therapist
3 weeks ago
Job Summary:
The Physical Therapist performs evaluations and treatments with patients in accordance with the diagnosis and prescription of referring physicians. Treatment is provided in the hospital, rehabilitation department, and/or outpatient setting.
Responsibilities:
- Takes patient histories and performs physical assessments to evaluate physical conditions and to adjust therapy plans.
- Evaluates the need for and determines proper rehabilitation equipment and prostheses needed by the patient to improve mobility.
- Observes patient responses to therapy and makes referrals to the appropriate discipline for treatment, if needed.
- Utilizes appropriate equipment for maximum functioning of the patient.
- Performs and educates patients with muscle re-education, therapeutic exercise, coordination, and balance exercises, relaxation techniques, and all forms of neuromuscular facilitation.
- Administers hot and cold packs, contrast baths, ultrasound, and electro diagnostics as appropriate and in accordance with NYS guidelines.
- Instructs patients in the safe use and care of durable medical equipment, including canes, crutches, walkers, braces, and/or prostheses.
- Instructs and reinforces with patients the goals and procedures used in their rehabilitation program to promote understanding, motivation, and independence.
- Maintains accurate patient records and statistics.
- May participate in the on-the-job clinical training of physical therapy students as appropriate.
- Serves as a resource for other healthcare staff, family members, and referring physicians or agency staff.
- Performs other duties as required.
Requirements:
- Master's degree/Doctorate from an accredited university in Physical Therapy.
- Must possess a limited permit to practice physical therapy issued by the New York State Education Department, and must have applied for or taken the licensing examination for physical therapy, or must possess a license and current registration issued by the New York State Education Department as a Physical Therapist.
Additional Information:
- Thorough knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, neurology, neurophysiology, electrotherapy, and physics.
- Knowledge of clinical pathology, pharmacology, and psychology.
- Knowledge of modern physical medicine equipment, including care and maintenance of such equipment.
- Knowledge of modern physical therapy techniques and procedures, including knowledge of advancements in prosthetics and orthotics.
- Ability to prepare reports and keep accurate patient records.
- Ability to set up and carry out a rehabilitation program based on diagnosis obtained from a physician.
- Ability to relate to physicians, co-workers, patients, and their families and other community personnel.
- Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position.
- Ability to effectively use computer applications, such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, email, and database software, in performing work assignments.
- Integrity, initiative, tact, reliability, and physical condition commensurate with the requirements of the position.
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