Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute
Core
Acute care physical therapist evaluating and treating patients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary conditions in a hospital setting.
Role type
Clinical physical therapist (acute care)
Builds
Individualized treatment plans and discharge programs for hospitalized patients
Domain
Healthcare / Physical Therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Musculoskeletal/neuromuscular/cardiopulmonary/integumentary evaluation, treatment plan development, patient positioning and transfer techniques, modality application, discharge planning, documentation, supervision of PTAs/students
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Exercise equipment, modalities, medical devices
Responsibilities
Interpret physician referrals and complete patient evaluations, establish and implement treatment plans, monitor outcomes and adjust care, coordinate discharge and home programs, document care and billing, perform manual therapy and patient transfers, supervise PTAs and students, maintain equipment and safety standards
Seniority
Individual Contributor (IC), entry-level to mid-level