Physical Therapist (Full-Time - PT) - Regency Healthcare & Rehab
Comfort Care
- Huntsville, AL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a physician's written plan of care. This may include, but not limited to:
- Assessing and evaluation therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care.
- Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion (ROM).
- Directing physical therapy treatment
- Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
- Determining priority needs for physical therapy.
- Reporting to physician patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
- Initiates physical therapy and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
- May train in the use of prosthetic device.
- Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals as directed by the Company policy.
- Participates in discharge planning for patient.
- Maintains contact/communication with other personnel involved in the patient's care to promote coordinated, efficient care.
- Attends and contributes to in services, case conferences, and other meetings as required by the Company's policy to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans of care for the patients.
- Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs and refer as appropriate.
- Instructs patient's family/caregiver and other Company personnel in patient's treatment regime when indicated and appropriate.
- Supervises physical therapy assistants according to Company policy and state regulations.
- Adhere to all of the Company's policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or Master's program in physical therapy accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Hold a valid and current license to practice physical therapy in state employed.
- Two (2) years of clinical experience as a physical therapist.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
- Familiarity with general use and functions of the computer, including starting programs, using files, apps and navigating screens. Use of internet, e-mail, and understanding confidentiality of user names and passwords. Experience with Apple iPads and iPods a plus.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Some travel may be required.
- Must be capable of performing the job functions of this position with or without accommodation
- If applying for an Outpatient position, you must possess an active AHA (American Heart Association) CPR certification.
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401K
- Paid Time Off
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Healthcare Spending Account
- Free CEUs