Physical Therapist

## Description

**SUMMARY**

This position evaluates and implements physical therapy to patients with neurological, burn/wound, or musculoskeletal injuries, or to patients with other acute or chronic physical disabilities through the use of physical therapy techniques to relieve pain, restore function, and facilitate independence.

**DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES** (include but are not limited to the following)

• Evaluate and assesses the patients abilities and limitations.
• Establish plan of treatment and goals bases on the referral an evaluation of functional skills; joint mobility; gait; developmental reflexes; muscle strength, tone, and coordination; sensation tests; and other measures to ensure rapid patient recovery.
• Implement therapy according to the established plan, utilizing appropriate procedures, equipment and techniques within the scope of physical therapy.
• Educate the patient and/or the caregiver about the findings of the evaluation, established goals of the physical therapy program, plan of treatment, home programs, injury prevention and other related information.
• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency of physical therapy modalities.

## Qualifications
**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE**

• The Staff Physical Therapist must be licensed to practice physical therapy in the State of Iowa.
• Must be a graduate of an APTA accredited college or university with a certificate, masters degree, or doctorate in physical therapy.
• Must have current BCLS certification.

**SKILLS AND ABILITIES**

• A basic knowledge of computer skills is required.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with strong written and verbal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations professionally.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, rapid changing and regulatory environment.