Key Responsibilities and Duties Evaluation & Diagnosis:

Review medical histories, listen to patient concerns, and conduct tests to determine functional limitations.

Treatment Planning:

Develop personalized, evidence-based treatment plans to meet specific patient goals.

Direct Care:

Administer treatments including therapeutic exercises, stretching, manual therapy (massage/joint mobilization), and physical agents like ultrasound or electrical stimulation.

Patient Education:

Instruct patients and families on exercises for home use, safety techniques, and what to expect during recovery.

Progress Monitoring:

Evaluate patient progress, adjust care plans, and discharge patients when goals are met.

Documentation:

Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient records (electronic medical records) and billing.

Supervision:

Oversee physical therapy assistants (PTAs) and aides.

Required Qualifications and Skills Education:

A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.

License:

State-issued licensure (passing the National Physical Therapy Examination).

Skills:

Strong interpersonal skills, physical stamina to move patients/equipment, and keen analytical skills for assessing movement.

Environment:

Clinics, hospitals, home health care, nursing homes, or sports/fitness facilities. IND123#