Physical Therapist (PRN)

POSITION PURPOSE:

Provides rehabilitation care services in accordance with the policies of MHS and directives of the medical

staff. Possess the ability to comprehend and follow written or verbal instruction or directions. Adheres to

MHS Standard Precaution policy and procedure. Performs other duties as requested by supervisor. Work

with supervisors, other department managers and medical staff in order to provide the best patient care

possible.

Plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries

and/or muscle, nerve, joint, and bone disease, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reviews Physician’s referral (prescription) and patient’s condition and medical records to determine

physical therapy treatment required.

Tests and measures patient’s strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and

respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise treatment programs.

Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data.

Administers manual exercises to improve and maintain function.

Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical activities and in use of assistant and

supportive devices such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.

Administers treatments involving application of physical agents.

Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.

Administers massages.

Administers traction to relieve pain.

Records treatment, response, and progress in patient’s chart or enters information into computer.

Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.

Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends modification to Orthotist.

Confers with Physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions

in treatment program, and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of patient’s health

care.

Orients, instructs, and directs work activities of assistants, aides, and students.

Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical

staff, students, and community groups.

Plans and develops physical therapy research programs and participates in conducting research.

Maintains positive and effective relationships with other departments and the Medical Staff.

Maintains open communication and problem solving atmosphere with other departments to achieve

quality patient care.

Any other job duty as allowed by licensure.

Attends in-service training at the request of their Director, including hospital orientation and Annual Skills Fair.

Will be preceptor to new hires as requested.

Complete other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION:

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy; or a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy and four to ten years

related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Current license from the Texas Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy

Examiners. BLS required within 30 days of hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

Must be able to lift over 50 pounds.

Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.

Must be able to bend, squat, push, stoop, and pull as needed especially in fulfilling job responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be

made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work

environment is usually moderate.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of this position.

The job description and duties of this position are subject to change, be modified or supplemented as

deemed necessary by Medina Healthcare System. Employees are required to comply with supervisory

instructions and to perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments requested by supervisors,

managers and administration. This job description does not constitute any employment contract

between Medina Healthcare System and any employee.