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Parkview Health • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

Provides professional patient care and practices physical therapy by evaluating, planning, implementing, and documenting treatment. Evaluates and treats patients in accordance with the order from the physician and provides treatment through the use of a variety of therapeutic procedures and assistive devices intended to maximize functional potential in all areas of the patient's life. Develops and implements an individualized treatment plan based on patient needs and containing achievable functional goals. Revises treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process. Instructs and collaborates with Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) regarding treatment procedures to be utilized and provides the appropriate supervision of patients being treated by the PTA. Establishes and educates patients, families and other caregivers in exercises and therapeutic home programs to be continued following discharge. Completes the appropriate documentation and billing in a timely manner. All care is provided in accordance with the philosophy and essential functions of the hospital, the rehabilitation department, the Indiana State Practice Act, the American Physical Therapy Association, and The Joint Commission.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy with a physical therapy degree (Bachelor's if graduated prior to 1/1/2016; Doctorate of Physical Therapy required if graduated after 1/1/2016).
• International candidates must be a graduate of an accredited school with a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy.
• Hold or be eligible to receive a Physical Therapist license in the State where services will be provided (must be obtained within 90 days of employment).
• Certified in CPR or must become certified within 90 days of employment.
• Maintain all certifications and licenses according to their expiration date.
• Able to lift 50 pounds, combined lift 100 pounds, and push 300 pounds.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Willing to work at other locations as assigned.
• If assigned to drive a company vehicle, a valid driver's license is required.
• If assigned to drive a personal vehicle, proof of insurance is required in addition to a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree preferred.
• American Physical Therapy Association membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans, implements, and documents patient treatment.
• Provides treatment through a variety of therapeutic procedures and assistive devices to maximize functional potential.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans with achievable functional goals.
• Revises treatment plans as needed.
• Instructs and collaborates with Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) and provides supervision.
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs.
• Completes documentation and billing in a timely manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level