Travel/contract Physical Therapist

 

Description:

  • Provides comprehensive evaluations, treatments and education to patients/families which are consistent with patient's individualized needs and carried out within an interdisciplinary environment.
  • Maintains an established inventory of supplies; ensures the proper use and maintenance of equipment and maintains a work area which is free of debris and clutter.
  • Communicates regularly with members of the patient care team, the patient, family members and others involved with the patients care.
  • Assesses the patient and identifies problems. Instructs and trains patient and family regarding pertinent aspects of the patient's care.
  • Plans, develops and implements a result-oriented treatment plan responsive to the individualized needs of the patient and includes clear, measurable goals.
  • Modifies the treatment plan according to the patient's responses.
  • Plans treatment schedules which ensure optimal use of staff and equipment for providing high quality patient services.
  • Provides direct patient care; performs specialized treatments according to the patient's individualized plan of care. Follows established protocols to document specifics related to the patient program/setting.
  • Accurately records daily charges for services rendered.
  • Practices organizational and universal standards for sterile technique and infection control in carrying out daily responsibilities including proper cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces, equipment and instruments.
  • Performs other related duties as required.
     

Minimum Qualifications
 

  • Graduation from a Physical Therapy school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
  • Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of New Mexico.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

Organization Connected Health Care
Industry Medical / Healthcare Jobs
Occupational Category Therapist
Job Location Texas,USA
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2024-03-16 8:04 am
Expires on 2024-12-23