PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Job Description

Job Description

Description : Job Summary :

The licensed physical therapist job summary at Tyler Holmes Memorial Hospital is listed below :

• Interpretation of referrals in acute care, swing bed, school system, and / or outpatient facilities.
• Initial examination, evaluation, objective problem identification, diagnosis, and prognosis.
• Development or modification of an individualized plan of care that is based on the initial examination and that includes anticipated goals and expected functional outcomes.
• Supervisory responsibility for up to four licensed physical therapist assistants
• Coverage of patient care in outpatient, swing bed, and school systems, as instructed by Director of Rehabilitation. Caseload may require treatments in more than one setting, based on caseload needs and staffing dynamics
• Timely review and completion of all supporting documentation
• Establishment of discharge plan summary of status
• Direct questions and concerns to director of rehab in a timely manner

Job Responsibilities :

Physical therapist responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

Requirements :

Education / Licensure Requirements :

Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program with current licensure in the State of

Mississippi

Physical Requirements :

60 pounds Occasional sitting