Responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that improve patient mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury
Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication
Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care
Provides clinical supervision of assistants and aides, and serves as clinical instructor for assigned students

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program OR graduate of an accredited physical therapy program that can be demonstrated with a valid PT license
PT-Physical Therapist OR Will also consider approved license applicant or resident training program employee
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
2 years of recent relevant experience
Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently
Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements
Must be able to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements
Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies
Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities
Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills
Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement

Physical Therapist – Acute Care

Key skills