Physical Therapist
Posted:
Saturday, 08 March 2025
Valid Thru:
Monday, 07 April 2025
Index Requested on:
03/08/2025 13:34:47
Indexed on:
03/08/2025 13:34:47
Location:
Hood River, OR, 97031, US
Industry:
Healthcare
Occupational Category:
29-0000.00 - Healthcare Practitioners and Technicians
Type of Employment: PART_TIME
HOODRIVER is hiring!
Description:
The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis. Essential Duties • Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay. • Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician. • Treat patients per the physician treatment plan. • Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. • Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act. • Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans. • Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed. • Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility. • Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per PT Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements. • Record treatment changes per policy and procedures. • Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services. • Participate in discharge planning. • Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars. • Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order. • Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues. Supervisory Requirements
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