Therapist / Physical Therapist / Louisiana / Physical Therapist-Phys Med Therapy Multi-Full Time Job

Summary:

The Physical Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating, and implementing care for the patients assigned to physical therapy. The Physical Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Physical Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment, and interventions to a designated patient population.

Responsibilities:

Gathers pertinent data from the chart and other caregivers; discusses with the physician as necessary
Independently assesses all patient types as assigned
Demonstrates ability to recognize additional needs during evaluation; exercises good judgment in decision making when requesting, scheduling, and/or performing additional testing
Interprets results and formulates relevant, measurable, realistic, and attainable goals
Reassesses patient progress regularly per department and regulatory policy, or when the need arises
Identifies appropriate equipment, discusses with the patient and family, and makes

Requirements:

• Doctorate Prof
• Current Louisiana PT License
• BLS required

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time