Registry Physical Therapist, Acute Care Physical Therapy Casual Days
Core
Administers physical therapy evaluations, develops treatment plans, and provides direct patient care to restore function and prevent disability in an acute care setting.
Role type
Physical Therapist (Acute Care)
Builds
Patient recovery and functional restoration programs
Domain
Healthcare / Physical Therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Physical therapy evaluation, treatment plan design, patient mobility assistance, medical documentation, interdisciplinary communication, competency examination completion
Preferred skills
Supervising students, delegating to PTAs, quality management monitoring
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Administer physical therapy evaluations and develop collaborative treatment plans; Restore function and prevent disability through therapeutic interventions; Provide direct patient care for 65% of hours; Perform regular re-evaluations; Design and implement treatment plans; Participate in patient discharge and home care planning; Complete medical documentation; Demonstrate competency through annual examinations; Supervise students within clinical education guidelines; Delegate responsibilities to Certified Physical Therapy Assistants
Seniority
Not specified