Physical Therapist

**DESCRIPTION**
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

+ Performs PT evaluation and creates treatment plans in accordance with instructions and consent of referring physician;
+ Performs written re-evaluations in preparation for patients return for follow-up Physician appointments, or at a minimum documents progress every six (6) therapy sessions.
+ Provides services that help improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients;
+ Supervises the services of physical therapist assistants (PTA’s) to ensure compliance with the treatment plan;
+ Supervises the technicians or aides to ensure their patient involvement is within their scope of practice;
+ Meets or communicates regularly with a variety of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and case managers to ensure successful patient treatment outcomes;
+ Documents evaluative findings, treatments ad...