The Staff Physical Therapist reviews patient charts, performs initial assessments, develops treatment plans, administers physical therapy treatments and modalities, monitors progress and documents treatments performed with patients (including discharge planning and patient education) in order to increase overall functioning, reduce discomfort, increase or maintain flexibility and range of motion/strength, and achieve other medical and therapeutic goals.

Responsibilities:

Communicate patient status to referring physicians and healthcare team members. Assess, treat, and supervise patients (pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric) referred by physicians. Modify treatment plans based on patient response and status changes. Maintain professional license through continuing education. Participate in staff meetings and in-service education programs Document assessments, follow-up visits, and discharge summaries. Co-sign physical therapist assistant documentation. Complete charge and statistical information accurately. Provide verbal and written home instructions to patients and families. Schedule patients efficiently while ensuring quality care.