Physical Therapist

Washington County Hospital and Clinics

Washington, IAFull-timeNo compensation foundTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Washington, IA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Licensed To Practice Physical Therapy In IowaCurrent BCLS CertificationMaster's degree

Job overview

Washington County Hospital and Clinics is hiring a Physical Therapist. This position evaluates and implements physical therapy for patients with neurological, burn/wound, or musculoskeletal injuries, or those with other acute or chronic physical disabilities. The role uses physical therapy techniques to relieve pain, restore function, and facilitate independence. Responsibilities include assessing patient abilities, establishing treatment plans, implementing therapy, and educating patients and caregivers.

Key focus areas include Evaluate and assess patient abilities and limitations., Establish plan of treatment and goals., and Implement therapy according to the established plan..

Successful candidates bring Licensed Physical Therapist In Iowa, APTA Accredited Physical Therapy Degree, and Current BCLS Certification. Important skills include Computer Skills, Communication, Handle Sensitive Situations, Handle Confidential Situations, Work In Fast Paced Environment, and Work In Rapid Changing Environment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Computer SkillsCommunicationHandle Sensitive SituationsHandle Confidential SituationsWork in Fast Paced EnvironmentWork in Rapid Changing EnvironmentWork in Regulatory Environment

Qualifications

Licensed to Practice Physical Therapy in IowaAPTA Accredited College or University GraduateCertificate in Physical TherapyMaster's Degree in Physical TherapyDoctorate in Physical TherapyCurrent BCLS CertificationRead, Write, and Communicate Effectively in English

Full job description

Position Type Full Time

Job Shift Day

Category Health Care

Description

SUMMARY

This position evaluates and implements physical therapy to patients with neurological, burn/wound, or musculoskeletal injuries, or to patients with other acute or chronic physical disabilities through the use of physical therapy techniques to relieve pain, restore function, and facilitate independence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

  • Evaluate and assesses the patients abilities and limitations.

  • Establish plan of treatment and goals bases on the referral an evaluation of functional skills; joint mobility; gait; developmental reflexes; muscle strength, tone, and coordination; sensation tests; and other measures to ensure rapid patient recovery.

  • Implement therapy according to the established plan, utilizing appropriate procedures, equipment and techniques within the scope of physical therapy.

  • Educate the patient and/or the caregiver about the findings of the evaluation, established goals of the physical therapy program, plan of treatment, home programs, injury prevention and other related information.

  • Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency of physical therapy modalities.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

  • The Staff Physical Therapist must be licensed to practice physical therapy in the State of Iowa.

  • Must be a graduate of an APTA accredited college or university with a certificate, masters degree, or doctorate in physical therapy.

  • Must have current BCLS certification.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • A basic knowledge of computer skills is required.

  • Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with strong written and verbal skills.

  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations professionally.

  • Ability to work in a fast paced, rapid changing and regulatory environment.

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