As a member of the therapy team, the Physical Therapist's primary function is to provide a thorough therapy evaluation, diagnosis, and detailed plan of care including treatment methods and procedures, supervision and guidance of Assistants and consultation with referral sources and other healtcare providers.
Qualifications
Licensed or eligible by the State of Illinois under the Illinois Physcial Therapy Practice act.
Member or eligible for membership in the APTA preferred.
General knowledge and therapy skill to perform the evalution and treatment of a wide variety of conditions and ages; from neonates, pediatrics, young adults, and adults to geriatrics.
Current certification in CPR and other service line specific competencies.
Essential Job Functions
Perform examination and evaluations: establish a Physical Therapy diagnosis and treatment plan.
Provide evidence-based Physical Therapy treatment.
Documentation, reporting, and information dissemination.
Case management functions: evaluate effectiveness, revise the plan, and discahrge from services.
Demonstrate Quality and Service Excellence.
Demonstrate behaviors that show a positive attitude, empathy and professionalism.
Demonstrate interpersonal skills by making customers feel welcome and respected as individuals, protecting their privacy and confidentiality.
Work as a team player; enhance team effectiveness through team building and taking ownership in service line/organization problem-solving and quality improvement.
Strive to exceed customer expectations through resoponsiveness, attention to detail, and anticipating needs.