Therapist / Physical Therapy / New Hampshire / Contract / Physical Therapist (PT) Job
•2 days ago
Estimated Pay | $45 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Lancaster, New Hampshire |
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Summary:
Requirements:
Responsibilities:
- Ref #: C-PT-
- Profession: Physical Therapist
- Job Type: Contract/Travel
- Location: Lancaster, NH
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule:Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, 8A-4:30P
- Rate: Travel: $1,916/40-hours; Local: $1,844/40-hours
Requirements:
- Valid and active Physical Therapy State license
- CPR and BLS certification from American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross (with AED).
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive physical assessments, reviewing medical histories and collaborating with healthcare colleagues to understand patient needs.
- Develop tailored treatment plans based on assessments, establishing specific goals for rehabilitation or recovery.
- Design and implement customized exercise programs to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and coordination.
- Use hands-on techniques for mobility enhancement and pain relief, including joint mobilization, soft tissue manipulation, and manual stretching.
- Apply modalities like ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat, and cold therapy to ease pain, reduce inflammation, and aid tissue healing.
- Provide guidance on the use of assistive devices (e.g., crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs) to improve mobility.
- Educate patients and families on conditions, treatment plans, and injury prevention related to body mechanics and ergonomics.
- Develop pain management strategies, including therapeutic exercises, modalities, and manual techniques for pain reduction.
- Assist patients in regaining independence after surgery, injury, or illness to enhance their quality of life.
- Continuously assess and document patient progress toward rehabilitation goals, adapting treatment plans as needed.
- Communicate effectively with healthcare team members, including physicians, nurses, and OTs, to optimize patient care.
- Provide personalized home exercise programs to support ongoing recovery.
- Keep accurate patient records, documenting assessments, treatments, progress notes, and changes in the patient's condition.
- Follow ethical and legal standards in patient care, including respecting confidentiality and obtaining informed consent.
- Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and responsiveness to meet the diverse backgrounds and needs of patients.
- Other duties assigned by Management
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Part-time Jobs Full-time Jobs Temporary Jobs Posting ID: 931717267 Posted: 2024-05-03 Job Title: Therapist Physical Therapy