Physical Therapist, Arizona Inpatient Hospital, Full-time (3551)

Overview: Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Category Physical Therapy (PT)

Description: Physical Therapist under general supervisor will participate in the evaluation, planning, recording, and implementation of patient care programs designed to maintain, improve, or restore physical function and to assist patients in reaching their maximum performance level.

Assessment and Plan of Care/Treatment: Reviews patient history and interprets physician referral. Evaluates patient's status and physical therapy problems and abilities using both objective and subjective techniques, according to department policy and procedures. Develops and adjusts on an ongoing basis a treatment program based on patient/family needs, goals, strengths, age, abilities, and preferences. Consults with physicians, other rehabilitation team members, patient and family to design a coordinated treatment plan. Performs patient treatment through the use of appropriate physical therapy interventions. Re-evaluates patient's status, and any environmental factors, to modify/terminate the treatment program as appropriate. Maintains active and supportive communication with patients and others concerned regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process. Prepares patient for discharge, through instruction of patient and family (caregivers) and written home programs as necessary. Manages schedule to meet departmental productivity expectations using sound clinical and professional reasoning. Attends staff meetings, program meetings, and in-services. Documents evaluations, progress notes, discharge recommendations, family/patient education, and all other forms in accordance with department policy and procedures.

Location: 18500 64th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85054

Hours: 40 hours per week

Compensation: Experience, education and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. Thriving in a culture that you can be proud of, you will also receive many employee benefits such as the following: Competitive PayComprehensive Benefits package Vacation/Paid Time OffRetirement Plan Employee Discounts Clinical Education and Professional Development Programs