Physical Therapist (PT), Outpatient Therapy

Aging Well Health Care•Saint Louis, MO

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

AW Health Care is currently seeking a Part Time or PRN Physical Therapist to support our Independent/Assisted Living partnerships in St Peters, MO. A Physical Therapist (PT) administers physical therapy to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence, therapy clinic, or living facility. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Regional Director of Therapy, Outpatient.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program of Physical Therapy, culminating in a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree
Current certification with the National Board for Certification
Valid therapy license in the state of Missouri.
Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

Assesses patient functional ability and potential.
Completes PT evaluation to determine potential benefit from therapy and to establish an effective plan of treatment.
Develops and implements medically prescribed PT plan of treatment.
Prepares written plan of treatment for physician ‘s signature, including clinical findings, goals, and rehab potential.
Assures that all PT orders include specific procedures and modalities to be used with a specific emphasis on amount, frequency, and duration of treatment.
Understands and interprets medical information from patient record and rest of interdisciplinary team.
Establishes goals and discharge plans.
Interprets and adapts physician orders.
Coordinates treatment plan with interdisciplinary team.
Instructs and supervises PTA in provided services and evaluates performance and effectiveness and progress of services provided at least every 30 days.
Instructs and supervises patient/caregiver/family member in aspects of PT to be carried out.
Accurately and completely documents each visit in a timely manner.
Communicates with physician and interdisciplinary team all appropriate data and changes in patient condition, complications, and additional needs.
Orders and /or supervises ordering of specialized durable medical equipment.
Attends and participates in case conference and agency in-service programs.
Other duties as assigned.