Physical Therapist

Job Summary:

Responsibilities associated with a clinical or staff physical therapist include Evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical therapy modalities as treatment prescribed by a licensed physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability; Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

Regulatory Requirements:

Current State Physical Therapy Licensure, graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy or graduate of accredited college or university with a certificate in Physical Therapy.
3 or more years of previous experience in all aspects of physical therapy.
Current BCLS certification.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Additional languages preferred.
Strong written and verbal skills.

Skills:

Basic computer knowledge.
Knowledge of physical medicine, physical therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology
Knowledge of physical therapy machine operation, maintenance and repairs of same.

Physical Demands:

For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.