• Patient Assessment: Physical therapists evaluate patients to determine their physical condition, functional limitations, and rehabilitation needs.
• They may review medical history, conduct physical examinations, and perform various assessments to diagnose and understand the patient's condition.
• Treatment Planning: Based on their assessment, physical therapists develop individualized treatment plans that set goals and objectives for the patient's rehabilitation. These plans consider the patient's specific needs, condition, and any existing medical conditions.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Physical therapists use a range of techniques and modalities to help patients regain their physical function and mobility. This can include exercises, manual therapy, therapeutic modalities (such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation), and specialized equipment.
• Exercise Prescription: Physical therapists design and prescribe exercise programs that target strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, and coordination. They educate patients on proper techniques and monitor their progress.
• Manual Therapy: This includes techniques like joint mobilization, soft tissue massage, and manipulation to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Assistive Devices: Physical therapists may recommend and help patients use assistive devices like crutches, canes, walkers, or orthotic devices to aid in mobility and recovery.
• Patient Education: They educate patients about their condition, recovery process, and strategies to prevent future injuries. They may also provide guidance on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
• Pain Management: Physical therapists may use various methods to manage pain, such as heat or cold therapy, electrical stimulation, and techniques for reducing muscle tension.
• Injury Prevention: They provide guidance on techniques and exercises to prevent injuries, especially for athletes and individuals at risk of specific injuries.
• Monitoring Progress: Physical therapists track and assess a patient's progress during the course of treatment, making necessary adjustments to the treatment plan.
• Record Keeping: They maintain detailed records of patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress to ensure comprehensive patient care and for legal and insurance purposes.
• Collaboration: Physical therapists often work in a team with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, occupational therapists, and speech therapists, to coordinate care and achieve the best outcomes for patients.
• Research and Continuing Education: Many physical therapists engage in research and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in their field to provide the most effective and evidence-based care.
• Administrative Tasks: Physical therapists may also handle administrative tasks, including scheduling patient appointments, managing insurance claims, and maintaining equipment and supplies.
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• Physical therapists work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, sports facilities, schools, and home healthcare. They play a crucial role in helping patients recover from injuries and surgeries, manage chronic conditions, and improve their overall quality of life through improved physical function and mobility.

QUALIFICATIONS

• ​​​Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Active unencumbered Physical Therapist Florida state license
• Graduate from a fully accredited Physical Therapy program
• Two years of work experience as a Physical Therapist
• One year of Epic experience
• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy 

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
• Participates in relevant continuing education programs.
• Knowledge of and dedication to the highest patient care and provide the utmost service excellence to all patients.
• Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.
• A can-do, team oriented attitude is essential, as the ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.
• Effective interpersonal/communication, organizational, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks. 

Requirements:

• COVID vaccine with 2 Shots & Booster.

ABOUT HEALTHCARE STAFFING PLUS

Healthcare Staffing Plus is a US based national per diem, local contract, and locum tenens agency. We are located in the beautiful rolling hills of southern Indiana just outside of Louisville, KY.

With close to 24 years of non-clinical healthcare experience that includes 16 years of solid medical staffing and recruiting experience, we deliver on our promise of adhering to strict and ethical recruiting standards handled with the utmost professionalism. Never resting on our laurels of sourcing candidates thoroughly and presenting our clients only the cream of the crop.