Physical Therapist

Evaluates, plans, and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.  Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing patient assessment/re-assessment, direct patient care, and individualized care planning/implementation.

• Responds to physician orders for occupational therapy.
• Administers and interprets tests and measurements of patients.
• Reviews patient charts and progress prior to treatment and modifies treatment plan accordingly.
• Develops functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations.
• Develops, improves, and restores functional mobility, seeking to return patient to highest level of independence.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required:

• Education: Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational therapy
• Licensure/Certification: State Licensure

Preferred:

• Experience:
  • 2 years as a practicing OT in a healthcare setting;
  • 1 year experience with hand therapy clientele.
• Education: Certified Hand Therapist Licensure or significant preparation for CHT certification.

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