CTEN0237343-0000
2022-09-01T00:00:00
2022-07-18T00:00:00
PHYSICAL THERAPISTDISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:The incumbent evaluates, plans and provides physical therapy treatment to patients inaccordance with a referral from a physician or appropriate midlevel practitioner. The work isperformed under the general supervision of a higher level administrator, with leeway permittedfor exercising independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. Does related workas required.TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)Performs initial screening, evaluation and consultation for patients referred to the program;Develops goals, treatment objectives and therapeutic activities and tasks to be incorporatedinto the patient's individualized treatment plan;Implements physical therapy or oversees activities implemented by therapy assistants or otherstaff providing guidance as necessary;Maintains written case notes and other documentation as required by state law or localregulations;Attends and participates in staff conferences on patient needs and progress;Meets with physicians and other staff to coordinate physical therapy treatment, review patientprogress and adjust goals and activities as necessary;Develops home based programs where appropriate;Assesses and makes recommendations regarding adaptive and orthotic equipment needs andmonitors equipment status;Assists in developing and coordinating case related inservice training;Maintains daily time sheets and Medicaid statistic sheets as appropriate.Participates in professional meetings and conferences to keep abreast of and coordinate healthcare developments and approaches.FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONALCHARACTERISTICS:Thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and objectives of physical therapy;Good knowledge of physical therapy equipment and apparatus;Good knowledge of pathological conditions and socioeconomic factors affecting a patient’sdisabilities;Ability to organize and maintain accurate records and files;Ability to understand and interpret complex oral instructions and/or written directions;Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;Ability to deal effectively with the public;Ability to understand and empathize with the needs and concerns of others;Ability to plan and schedule workload to maximize capacity;Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Therapist
Cortland Enlarged
Central
Annual wage
Contract