Physical Therapist PT
Physical Therapist PT
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23-11-2024
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Job Description
Summary:
- Ref #: CPT8414213
- Profession: Physical Therapist
- Job Type: Contract/Travel
- Location: Lancaster PA
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule:Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 8A4:30P
- Rate: Travel: $1916/40hours; Local: $1888/40hours
- Valid and active Physical Therapy State license
- CPR and BLS certification from American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross (with AED).
- Conduct comprehensive physical assessments reviewing medical histories and collaborating with healthcare colleagues to understand patient needs.
- Develop tailored treatment plans based on assessments establishing specific goals for rehabilitation or recovery.
- Design and implement customized exercise programs to improve strength flexibility endurance and coordination.
- Use handson techniques for mobility enhancement and pain relief including joint mobilization soft tissue manipulation and manual stretching.
- Apply modalities like ultrasound electrical stimulation heat and cold therapy to ease pain reduce inflammation and aid tissue healing.
- Provide guidance on the use of assistive devices (e.g. crutches canes walkers wheelchairs) to improve mobility.
- Educate patients and families on conditions treatment plans and injury prevention related to body mechanics and ergonomics.
- Develop pain management strategies including therapeutic exercises modalities and manual techniques for pain reduction.
- Assist patients in regaining independence after surgery injury or illness to enhance their quality of life.
- Continuously assess and document patient progress toward rehabilitation goals adapting treatment plans as needed.
- Communicate effectively with healthcare team members including physicians nurses and OTs to optimize patient care.
- Provide personalized home exercise programs to support ongoing recovery.
- Keep accurate patient records documenting assessments treatments progress notes and changes in the patients condition.
- Follow ethical and legal standards in patient care including respecting confidentiality and obtaining informed consent.
- Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and responsiveness to meet the diverse backgrounds and needs of patients.
- Other duties assigned by Management
Employment Type
Full Time
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