PHYSICAL THERAPIST

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Posting DetailsPart Time Day Shift
Description
Under the supervision of the Director, Outpatient and Inpatient Supervisor, organizes and performs medically prescribed PT programs and participates in educational duties inherent to the position. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission and values.
 
Principle Accountabilities: % Of Time Spent
 
1. Provides patient care including the following: Performs testing and evaluation procedures as indicated; plans a physical therapy program for each patient based on evaluation findings and physician prescription; instructs the patient in exercise routines, home programs, use of adaptive equipment and self-care activities; instructs patients' families in these areas as necessary; utilizes orthotics as needed; makes use of modalities available in the department; provides liaison from nursing division and medical staff in regards to patient care and PT activities; promotes safe environment for patients and staff in the hospital. 60%
 
2.Records and reports patient's initial, progress, and discharge notes in a timely manner. Attends scheduled team conference and discharge meetings. 10%
 
3. Directs and instructs and utilizes physical therapy assistants and trained technicians in partial or total treatments and supervises these programs regularly. 10%
 
4.Assumes delegated supervisory responsibility for various levels of the student affiliate training program. 5%
 
5.Reports to Physical Therapy Supervisor regarding program development, form revisions, and Quality Assurance as assigned. 5%
 
6. Responsible for continuing education in order to maintain current theoretical and practical knowledge of physical therapy. Represents the department when indicated at professional and related conferences and meetings. 5%
 
7. Performs other duties as assigned. 5%
Education
Bachelor of Science, Master's degree, or doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution required.
Experience
Must be licensed or eligible for licensure by Missouri State Board of Healing Arts. Must be certified in CPR. The assessment, care, and treatment provided by the physical therapist will be consistent with the specific age related needs of the patient. The physical therapist is competent to care for patient age groups including the child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric adult patient.

Company info

St. Lukes Hospital - St. Louis