Physical Therapist

Works under direction of a physician or other qualified health care provider to provide musculoskeletal evaluations and rehabilitative treatment to patients who have been referred for physical therapy.
Oversees and is responsible for all patient care related activities including supervision of paraprofessionals and non-skilled staff and the coordination of patients care and treatment with the referring physician and other allied health care providers.

Maintains patient records

Supervises paraprofessional and support staff

Provides for patient safety

Promotes and provides education

Communicates with members of the rehab staff and maintains records

Answers and directs calls

Demonstrates interest in department's and self-improvement

demonstrates understanding of role in healthcare team

Applies knowledge of age-related factors appropriately to patients, utilizing appropriate policies and procedures

Reports to: Director of Physical Therapy

Minimum Education

Graduate of a Program in Discipline - Required
Graduate from a school of Physical Therapy with a degree in Physical Therapy, preferably at a Master’s or Doctorate Level.

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) - to be obtained within 30 days

Required Licenses

[West Virginia, United States] Other
Must possess licensure to practice physical therapy in state of WV and must be maintained in good standing

Minimum Work Experience

Experience as a staff physical therapist in an Acute Care Hospital setting and or Out-Patient setting (or both) is preferred.