Physical Therapist

Company: Tenet Health
Location: Mount Pleasant
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

Provides evaluation and direct patient care for those individuals referred by their physician requiring physical therapy services, whether on an inpatient or outpatient basis. Staff LPT's also supervise LPTA's and PT aides, establish the plan of care and goals of their patient's rehabilitative care. Staff LPT's must be skilled in the use of all equipment utilized in patient care, provide timely and accurate patient evaluation and treatment documentation and correspond regularly with attending physicians. LPT utilizes knowledge of age appropriate guidelines to provide care for the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient. Provides in-services for other staff members. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ortho and Sports medicine experience required. Education/Other Qualifications 1. Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy with bachelors and/or master's degree in Physical Therapy. 2. New graduates are eligible for position, but require at least one year professional experience prior to acting as clinical supervisor for interning LPT students. 3. Current license from SCPTA/South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. 4. Current BLS certification Supervisory Responsibilities\: Yes #LI-CG2 JOIN OUR TEAM QUALITY CARE DELIVERED BY COMPASSIONATE PEOPLE We know it takes a special person to work in healthcare, and we are committed to providing our people with an enriching and rewarding environment. We deliver the resources, tools and support our employees need to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible so we can create happier, healthier communities. COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION At Tenet, we believe in a diverse and inclusive environment, one that is grounded in our dedication to the health and well-being of all people. Respecting, nurturing and encouraging diversity of thought, background and experience contribute to positive work environments that result in exceptional patient care. We embrace diversity because it's our culture, and because it's the right thing to do.

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