PHYSICAL THERAPIST, STAFF Job Listing at WMCHealth in Poughkeepsie, NY (Job ID 3629564-2024-06-12)

Description

The Physical Therapist, under physician orders, is responsible for the assessment and treatment of clients needing physical therapy services in the home setting. The therapist functions as a case manager in providing coordinated services to clients. Responsibilities include proficiency in physical assessment, health care teaching and appropriate intervention in accordance with standards of physical therapy practice. Population served: Diverse population of all ages residing in Dutchess County.

Responsibilities:

Clinical Skills and Knowledge

• Performs complete patient assessment including patient/family learning needs.
• Identifies key physical therapy diagnosis from the assessment data to address all pathophysiologic and psychosocial patient needs.
• Prioritizes physical therapy diagnoses and establishes data driven plan of care.
• Implements individualized plan of care and discharge plan including coordination with other disciplines utilizing clinical experience as a guide.
• Evaluates outcomes of plan-of-care and alters plan as needed. Researches and assists in the development of patient education tools.
• Documents patients progress in a timely manner.
• Recognizes and intervenes in situations related to patient safety.
• Adheres to agency and hospitals policies and procedures. Supports and participates in changes affecting the department (policy revisions, special projects).
• Meets generic and department-based competencies.

Communication