Physical Therapist

Summary

Job Description:

Physical Therapist

Full Time, First Shift

The ​Physical Therapist I shall evaluate and treat patients; develop a treatment plan; and set goals for patients.  Patient and family education is included in the treatment plan and goals.

Job Duties:

​​Completes appropriate functional evaluation including assessment of pain for various musculoskeletal/neurological conditions.

​Plans treatment appropriately including input from patient and/or caregivers.

​Provides services to improve functional independence and/or reduce pain such as: therapeutic procedures/exercises or activities to promote ROM, strength, coordination, balance, functional mobility (bed mobility, transfers, floor transfers), ADL training, gait training, balance and vestibular training, education, and use of assistive devices.

​​Receives and implements therapy orders.

​Completes evaluation form, treatment notes, progress reports and D/C summaries in a timely manner and appropriately submits to referring provider.

Requirements:

• ​​ Bachelors in Physical Therapy​
• ​​Eligible for a temporary license or Licensed as a Physical Therapist by the Kentucky Board of Physical Therapy ​
• Preferred Requirements: Acute Care