Physical Therapist (PRN)

Physical Therapist (PRN)

• Plans and uses therapies involving physical exercise, massage, heat, water, light and electricity.
• Utilizes various mechanical and electrical equipment and prosthetic and orthotic devices.
• Evaluates, records and reports on patient's response to treatment and progress toward identified goals.
• Integrates physical therapy treatments with other aspects of patient care.
• Assists patients reach their maximal reasonably levels of function and to cope with their limitations. 
• Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems. 
• Instructs and educates patients and families.
• Participates in patient discharge planning.
• Provides age and culturally appropriate care.
• Orients and mentors new staff members.
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Required Job Qualifications include:    

• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• B.S. or M.S. in Physical Therapy.
• State licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Current certification as a BLS Healthcare Provider (American Heart Association).
• Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 pounds.