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Physical Therapist Job in Alexandria

Job Description

Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director of Physical Therapy, the Physical Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating and implementing care for the patients assigned physical therapy. Physical Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Physical Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment and interventions to a designated patient population. Physical Therapist is responsible for observing, assisting and providing instructions to PTAs that ar careing for PT’s patients.

Per the Departments Scope of Practice, this position requires providing services to Therapy Patients, ages between pediatric to geriatrics in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. It is expected that the associate demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The associate shall support the CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini’s strategic plan and the goals and direction of their Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) 

Requirements:

A. Education/Skills:

· Minimum of bachelor of science degree from an accredited physical therapy school required

· English required; bilingual preferred

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills required

B. Experience

· Rehabilitative experience preferred

· Certifications in NDT, Metronome, Big and Loud are preferred

C. Licenses, Registrations or Certifications:

· Current Louisiana PT License.

· Current BLS Card

Work Type:

Full Time