Therapist-Physical

Therapist-Physical I

Job Code: 20419

Job Family: REHAB

Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.

Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
• Develops a written plan of care.
• Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
• Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.
• Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care while also reassessing patient's functional status.
• Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
• Contributes to the development of staff and students.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Completes assigned goals.

BLS Certification within 14 days of hire; PT

Sedentary – Very light energy level – Lift 10 lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15 lbs. Push/pull 20 lbs. cart. Light moderate energy level – Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (i.e., empty bed, stretcher). Medium high energy level – Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200 lbs. (patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer 150-200 lbs. (i.e., patient).

Heavy – Very high energy level – Lift over 50 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200 lbs. (i.e., patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.

Functional Demands Rating:
Medium. Activity level throughout workday:
Frequent physical activity requirements – sitting, standing, walking, climbing, carrying objects, push/pull, twisting, bending, reaching forward, reaching overhead, squat/kneel/crawl, wrist position deviation, pinching/fine motor activities, keyboard use/repetitive motion, taste or smell, talk or hear. Sensory requirements:
Color discrimination – No;
Near vision – Accurate;
Far vision – Accurate;
Depth perception – (not specified);
Hearing – (not specified). Environmental requirements:
Anticipated blood-borne pathogens, chemical, airborne communicable diseases, extreme temperatures, radiation, uneven surfaces, extreme noise levels, dust/particulate matter, other (unspecified).