Job Summary
The Staff Physical Therapist is responsible for delivering direct treatment to patients, focusing on exercise regimens and gait training. This role also includes overseeing the physical therapy department and its personnel, ensuring effective practice and patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct treatment to patients through tailored exercise and gait training programs.
- Supervise the physical therapy department and manage staff operations.
- Educate patients and their families on various rehabilitation methods and techniques.
- Maintain ongoing communication with the healthcare team to promote cohesive patient care.
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is mandatory.
- Possession or eligibility for a state physical therapy license is required.
- For foreign-trained therapists, verification of credentials through an independent agency is necessary.
Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
