Physical Therapist (PT) Acute Care
Core
Provides physical therapy services to hospitalized patients with complex medical and surgical diagnoses, focusing on mobility, function, and discharge planning.
Role type
Acute Care Physical Therapist (IC)
Builds
Patient recovery and functional independence in inpatient settings
Domain
Healthcare / Physical Therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Clinical reasoning, Evidence-based treatment, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Patient education, Documentation, Treatment planning
Responsibilities
Perform evidence-based evaluations and treatment interventions for hospitalized patients; Develop individualized treatment plans to optimize mobility and discharge outcomes; Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated care; Educate patients and caregivers on mobility strategies and fall prevention; Document care in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards; Support clinical excellence through mentorship and quality improvement initiatives.