Physical Therapy Job in Alexandria, Louisiana Position Available In Rapides, Louisiana

Description Summary:

The Physical Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating and implementing care for the patients assigned physical therapy. The Physical Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Physical Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment and interventions to a designated patient population.

Responsibilities:

• Gathers pertinent data from chart and other care givers; discusses with physician as necessary
• Independently assesses all patient types as assigned
• Demonstrates ability to recognize additional needs during evaluation; exercises good judgment in decision making when requesting, scheduling and/or performing additional testing
• Interprets results and formulates relevant, measurable, realistic and attainable goals
• Reassesses patient progress regularly per department and regulatory policy, or when need arises
• Identifies appropriate equipment, discusses with patient and family and makes

Requirements:

Minimum of Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited physical therapy school required. English required; bilingual preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Rehabilitative experience preferred. Certifications in NDT, Metronome, Big and Loud are preferred. Current Louisiana PT License. Current BLS Card.

Work Schedule:

TBD Work Type:

Full Time