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Physical Therapist (PT) at UPMC
Altoona, Pennsylvania, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Patient Assessment, Treatment Planning, Physical Therapy, Documentation, Patient Education, Communication, Supervision, Clinical Instruction, Continuing Education, Customer Service, Flexibility, Range of Motion, Strength, Acute Care, Home Instructions

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
The Staff Physical Therapist reviews patient charts, performs initial assessments, develops treatment plans, administers physical therapy treatments and modalities, monitors progress and documents treatments performed with patients (including discharge planning and patient education) in order to increase overall functioning, reduce discomfort, increase or maintain flexibility and range of motion/strength, and achieve other medical and therapeutic goals. Responsibilities: Communicates patient’s status to the healthcare team. May serve as a clinical instructor for physical therapy students and residents. Maintains professional license through continuing education. Performs physical therapy assessments and treatments. Supervises physical therapist assistants. Develops and adjusts patient care plans. Rotates through treatment areas as needed. Attends staff meetings and in-service education programs. Maintains detailed documentation of physical therapy services. Provides home instructions to patients and families. Graduate of an accredited program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Must possess knowledge and skills required to provide quality customer service Acute care experience, preferred Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Active license in practicing state required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Physical Therapist (PT) Act 34 OAPSA UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
The Staff Physical Therapist reviews patient charts, performs assessments, develops treatment plans, and administers physical therapy treatments. They also communicate patient status to the healthcare team and maintain detailed documentation of services.