Physical Therapist

Summary

The physical therapist provides evidence-based direct and indirect physical therapy services to all patients referred to the department, promoting excellence with the delivery of care. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

1. Executes a thorough patient evaluation, obtaining and interpreting data necessary to support a physical therapy diagnosis.

2. Provides an evidenced base plan of care for treatment, including functional goals and methods to achieve said goals.

3. Adapts treatment environment, tools, equipment, and activities according to the needs of the individual.

4. Monitors the individual's response to treatment interventions and modifies treatment and plan as indicated.

5. Terminates patient services when maximum benefit or goals have been achieved

6. Monitors own performance and identify supervisory needs.

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