Physical Therapist

Location:
Indio, California, United States

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Summary

Evaluates, plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing patient assessment/re-assessment, direct patient care, and individualized care planning/implementation.

Responsibilities
Responds to physician orders for physical therapy. Administers and interprets tests and measurements of patients. Reviews patient charts and progress prior to treatment and modifies treatment plan accordingly. Develops functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations. Develops, improves and restores functional mobility, seeking to return patient to highest level of independence. Seeks clarification of physician orders as needed.

**Qualifications
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Education
Required: Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or Doctorate Physical Therapy

Experience

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Preferred: 2 years as a practicing PT in a healthcare setting
Certifications
Required: State Licensure