What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at DCH Health System?
Overview
Responsible for the evaluation, planning, implementation, treatment and documentation of care rendered to patients requiring physical therapy services. Clinical scope of services includes patient populations from neonate to geriatrics. Care, treatment and service provided to patients in their home.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or Masters Degree in Physical Therapy. Licensed as Physical Therapist. Maintains active status with license in good standing with the state board or licensing agency. Must have current BLS certification or be able to obtain within 60 days of employment and before first independent patient visit. Working knowledge of computer systems. Excellent coordination and communication skills. Detail oriented and able to work with minimal supervision. Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak and comprehend English.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Prolonged standing and walking. Assist in turning and positioning patients up to and beyond 200 lbs. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. Exposed to all patient elements. Must be able to reach overhead to retrieve and or replace objects. Must have tolerance in a variety of environments to include the presence of pets and infestation.
Must have ability to communicate with others and handle crisis situations. Subject to stress and fatigue.
Physical presence onsite is essential. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
