Responsibilities
- Engages directly in patient treatment and communicates updates about patient status to the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Implements therapy plans as designed by the licensed Physical Therapist while adhering to state-specific practice regulations.
- Demonstrates professional judgment, care, and technical ability when carrying out assigned tasks.
- Teaches and guides patients through therapeutic exercises and recovery processes.
- Recognizes individual patient needs and responds with empathy and support.
- Recommends adjustments to treatment plans to support patient progress, safety, and comfort, reporting them to the supervising therapist.
- Enters accurate and timely documentation into the electronic medical record system to reflect therapy services provided.
- Records daily treatment notes under the direct oversight of a Physical Therapist, who co-signs all entries.
- Responds to patient inquiries and fulfills requests with clear and helpful information.
- Assists in patient treatment by applying thermal or cold therapies, positioning patients on exercise equipment, monitoring movement, recording ambulation data, and performing prescribed therapeutic activities as directed.
- Instructs patients by modeling correct use of therapy equipment and exercise protocols.
- Protects patient privacy and maintains operational integrity by handling sensitive information confidentially.
- Ensures a safe and hygienic work environment by following established safety and operational procedures.
- Supports departmental and organizational goals by taking initiative on new assignments, seeking ways to improve outcomes, and collaborating effectively with team members.
- Escalates concerns or unresolved issues to the supervising Physical Therapist for resolution.
Benefits
- Personalized mentorship program focused on improving clinical decision-making and hands-on therapy skills.
- Structured leadership development opportunities to build clinical expertise and prepare for future leadership roles.
- Commitment to individualized patient care through reasonable caseloads that allow time for personalized treatment planning.
- Performance-linked incentive program that provides additional income based on achievement.
- Wide range of career advancement opportunities across specialties and departments within a growing organization.
- Individualized tutoring support to prepare for the National Physical Therapy Examination.
- Use of AI-powered tools to simplify documentation and reduce administrative burden.
Work Arrangement
FULL TIME
Other
- All experience levels are welcome to apply; training is available for qualified new graduates.
- FULL TIME
