Physical Therapist Job Description

by Resume-Resource on Jan 1, 2011 in Health Care Job Descriptions

Physical Therapist Job Description for health care professional targeting resume for position of Physical Therapist.

Duties of a Physical Therapist

• Perform direct patient care, including evaluation of muscle, skeletal, neurological and other physical problems
• Support and encourage multidisciplinary coordination of treatment
• Follow appropriate documentation and reporting procedures
• Design, plan and implement specific physical therapy treatment programs for patients to facilitate recovery and achieve maximum physical potential
• Secure prescription for each patient treated
• Work closely with physician to ensure comprehensive delivery of services and quality patient care
• Perform or delegate patient treatment, including modalities, gait training, hydrotherapy, and therapeutic exercises
• Schedules visits with patients according to assigned caseload

Common skills desired in a Physical Therapist

• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Maintains a positive outlook
• Capable of traveling to patients homes for care as needed

Common experience desired in a Physical Therapist

• Current Physical Therapist Licensure in state of practice
• Current CPR Certification
• Valid Driver’s License in state of practice
• 1 to 2 years prior experience typically preferred

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