Physical Therapist

Works under direction of a physician or other qualified health care provider to provide musculoskeletal evaluations and rehabilitative treatment to patients who have been referred for physical therapy. Oversees and is responsible for all patient care related activities including supervision of paraprofessionals and non-skilled staff and the coordination of patients care and treatment with the referring physician and other allied health care providers. Maintains patient records Supervises paraprofessional and support staff Provides for patient safety Promotes and provides education Communicates with members of the rehab staff and maintains records Answers and directs calls Demonstrates interest in department's and self-improvement demonstrates understanding of role in healthcare team Applies knowledge of age-related factors appropriately to patients, utilizing appropriate policies and procedures Reports to: Director of Physical Therapy Minimum Education Graduate of a Program in Discipline - Required Graduate from a school of Physical Therapy with a degree in Physical Therapy, preferably at a Master's or Doctorate Level. Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) - to be obtained within 30 days Required Licenses [West Virginia, United States] Other Must possess licensure to practice physical therapy in state of WV and must be maintained in good standing Minimum Work Experience Experience as a staff physical therapist in an Acute Care Hospital setting and or Out-Patient setting (or both) is preferred. Job: *Occupational/Recreational Therapy Organization: *Raleigh General Hospital Title: Physical Therapist Location: West Virginia-Beckley Requisition ID:

Created: 2024-11-05