Select Specialty Hospital - Tucson East
Location
Tucson, Arizona
The Physical Therapist performs systematic patient assessments, develops treatment plans, and conducts individual therapy regimens for critically ill patients. They also supervise assistants and students while participating in discharge planning and interdisciplinary care coordination.
Candidates must hold a current state licensure as a Physical Therapist. Additionally, a BLS certification is required or must be obtained within the first 90 days of employment.
Performing initial and ongoing systematic patient assessment. Promoting continuous quality improvement. Teaching and counseling patients/families. Setting goals and developing treatment plans. Working cooperatively to identify and solve patient-specific and facility-wide needs. Participating in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education and adaptive equipment. Supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, as well as supervising PT and PTA students. Conducting individual patient therapy regimens. Monitoring patient's response to treatment and modifying treatment during sessions, as needed. Completing appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures. Participating in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.
Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist required. Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required. Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
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