Physical Therapist - Acute Care Therapy - Full Time
Core
A Physical Therapist assists patients (pediatric to geriatric) in acute care settings with returning to normal movement and functioning through therapeutic exercise, mobility devices, and counseling.
Role type
Acute Care Physical Therapist
Builds
Rehabilitation services for patients recovering from disease or injury
Domain
Healthcare / Physical Therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
therapeutic exercise planning, mobility device prescription, pain relief techniques, strength training, patient counseling, physician communication, case manager coordination, payer communication
Preferred skills
Masters or Doctorate from accredited PT program, continuing education in new techniques
Technologies
mobility devices
Responsibilities
Plan and implement prevention, habilitation, or rehabilitation services; communicate care plans to physicians, nurse case managers, and third-party payers; work across ICU and medical-surgical units
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, clinical IC