What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Physical Therapist Specialist position at Caretenders?
About Caretenders
">We are a healthcare organization dedicated to providing compassionate care and personalized services to our patients. At Caretenders, we value trust, belonging, and connection among our team members, patients, and the communities we serve.
As a physical therapist with us, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with your patients, continue your education through tuition reimbursement, and enjoy independence and autonomy in your practice. Our organization offers career growth possibilities for motivated individuals who share our passion for delivering high-quality patient care.
The Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) is responsible for assessing and evaluating patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain, and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment and evaluation, the PT develops a treatment plan, performs interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluates progress towards goals.
- Evaluate patient function and physical therapy needs. Collaborate with physicians to develop effective therapy plans of care.
- Monitor patient responses to treatment and report any changes in condition to supervising nurses and/or physicians.
- Treat patients to alleviate pain, restore function, and maintain maximum functioning using accepted standards of practice.
- Communicate treatment plans and progress to participating healthcare team members, patients, and caregivers.
