Evaluates and establishes treatment plan for any patient referred to Physical Therapy
Remains competent in the following areas: Evaluation skills, Modalities such as heat, cold, ultrasound, and electrotherapy, Therapeutic exercise, Gait training, Whirlpool, Wheelchair transfers
Attends and provides continuing education in-servicing
Serves as mentor for new employee(s) or volunteers
Serves as clinical instructor after one year of experience as a clinician
Completes documentation according to all regulations and in a timely manner
Completes requirements as approved for Level I of the Clinical Ladders program
To meet patient needs you may be required to over other areas of rehab within the limits and scope of your clinical competencies
Budget:
Remains within monthly budget when ordering equipment and supplies
Charges patients appropriately and in a timely manner for treatment and equipment
Job Knowledge
Must have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy
Must hold a current Mississippi License
Must be certified in CPR
Must demonstrate competency in assessment and treatment of the following areas where applicable: Neonates/Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics
Must be competent in use of computer for documentation and charging purposes