Physical Therapist 1

Under general direction and upon receipt of licensed approved provider written referrals, the Entry Level Physical Therapist plans and administers a full range of physical therapy services for patients with a variety of physical and cognitive impairments and disabilities. Services include patient evaluations using physical therapy tests and measurements, the establishment of therapeutic intervention goals and the development of therapeutic intervention programs, and the implementation of therapeutic intervention plans utilizing physical therapy interventions, modalities, and procedures. The Entry Level Physical Therapist demonstrates practice competence managing patients in less acute care settings and/or patients with more straightforward clinical presentations and may require mentoring or supervision when working in high acuity care settings (eg ICU) and/or with patients with more complex clinical presentations.

The Entry Level Physical Therapist maintains all applicable patient records related to the delivery of patient care services. While performing job duties, the Entry Level Physical Therapist may also supervise support personnel including Physical Therapist Assistants and Rehabilitation Aides. The Entry Level Physical Therapist seeks out opportunities for ongoing clinical education and professional development. As a member of the clinical care team, the Entry Level Physical Therapist also participates in compliance, quality, safety, and process improvement initiatives in the department, local care setting, and organization.