Therapist-Physical I
Baptist · Starkville
Job Summary
Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Responsibilities
- Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
- Develops a written plan of care.
- Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
- Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.
- Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care while also reassessing patient's functional status.
- Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
- Contributes to the development of staff and students.
- Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
- Completes assigned goals.
Purpose of Position and Scope of Responsibility
Principal Accountabilities/Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Experience
Entry level.
Minimum Special Skills
Basic skills such as keyboarding, using a mouse, and navigating sites.
Minimum Licensure, Registration, Certification
BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HER; PHYSICAL THERAPIST LICENSE
Desired Qualifications
Desired Education
Desired Experience
Desired Licensure, Registration, Certification