Physical Therapist

Summary

Job Description:

Physical Therapist

Full Time, First Shift

The Physical Therapist I shall evaluate and treat patients; develop a treatment plan; and set goals for patients. Patient and family education is included in the treatment plan and goals.

Job Duties:

• Completes appropriate functional evaluation including assessment of pain for various musculoskeletal/neurological conditions.
• Plans treatment appropriately including input from patient and/or caregivers.
• Provides services to improve functional independence and/or reduce pain such as:therapeutic procedures/exercises or activities to promote ROM, strength, coordination, balance, functional mobility (bed mobility, transfers, floor transfers), ADL training, gait training, balance and vestibular training, education, and use of assistive devices.
• Receives and implements therapy orders.
• Completes evaluation form, treatment notes, progress reports and D/C summaries in a timely manner and appropriately submits to referring provider.

Requirements:

• Bachelors in Physical Therapy
• Eligible for a temporary license or Licensed as a Physical Therapist by the Kentucky Board of Physical Therapy

Preferred Requirements:

• Acute Care

Benefits:

• Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off available for use upon hire
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with company match