PRN-therapist Job Description
Prn-therapist
provides physical therapy services and participates in the development of a physical therapy plan of treatment including modalities, frequency and treatment in collaboration with the referring physician for patients from birth to geriatrics to assist patient in obtaining maximum functional independence within the standards of physical therapy.
PRN-therapist Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments, as per policy
Provide educational information about physical therapy and physical therapists, injury prevention, ergonomics and ways to promote health
Plan, prepare and carry out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients
Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit
Administer manual exercises, massage and/or traction to help relieve pain, increase the patient's strength, and decrease or prevent deformity and crippling
Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home
Confer with the patient, medical practitioners and appropriate others to plan, implement and assess the intervention program
Review physician's referral and patient's medical records to help determine diagnosis and physical therapy treatment required
Record prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enter information into computer
Obtain patients' informed consent to proposed interventions
PRN-therapist Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for PRN-therapist
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CPR, BLS, ACLS, AOTCB, BCLS, NRP, PALS, HCP, ARRT, FIM
Education for PRN-therapist
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the prn-therapist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Master's and University Degree in Physical Therapy, Education, Social Work, Health, Occupational Therapy, Science, Counseling, Psychology, Therapy, Graduate
Skills for PRN-therapist
Desired skills for prn-therapist include:
Lifespan development
Psychiatric and addiction treatment and administration
Spreadsheets and the Internet
Variety of computer software applications in word processing
Rehab/criteria
Physical medicine
Current treatment protocols and rehabilitation equipment
Assessment
Human growth and development
Range of treatment
Desired experience for prn-therapist includes:
Discharge patient from physical therapy when goals or projected outcomes have been attained and provide for appropriate follow-up care or referrals
Test and measure patient's strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency and record data
Identify and document goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation
Provide information to the patient about the proposed intervention, its material risks and expected benefits and any reasonable alternatives
Inform the patient when diagnosis reveals findings outside their scope and refer to an appropriate practitioner
Administer treatment involving application of physical agents, using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines
PRN-therapist Examples
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PRN-therapist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of prn-therapist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for prn-therapist
- Considers the effects of the patient’s age in assessment and reassessment processes
- Evaluate, fit, and adjust prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modification to orthotics
- Identifies and manages various levels of care necessary to insure care plan delivery
- Completes medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate and timely manner and ensures accurate and timely charge entry using approved formats in compliance with state, federal and intermediary guidelines and in accordance with established policies and procedures
- Participates in student program as assigned and appropriate, providing a positive learning environment for students with appropriate supervision, development of learning objectives and completion of student evaluations
- Maintains communication with supervisor related to service needs such as necessary supplies, equipment and clinical training in order to effectively complete assigned duties
- Adheres to discipline specific State Practice Act and other regulatory agencies
- Serve as a resource to other health care disciplines regarding therapy administered and projected treatment goals
- Performs advanced life support procedures including tracheal intubation using independent judgment in coordinating patient's respiratory care plans and needs with the physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff
- Confers with physicians to formulate and coordinate alternative forms of therapy according to patient need
Qualifications for prn-therapist
- The amount of time required to learn techniques, acquire information & develop the facility needed for average performance is 6 months
- Current licensure from state licensure agency
- Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology and current licensure as a
- Must have a current Physical Therapist License in the state of Texas
- Positions Requires a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a licensed Physical Therapist
- Current State of New Jersey license
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PRN-therapist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of prn-therapist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for prn-therapist
- Must be available at least one day a week on weekdays during normal business hours
- Assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of those patients being treated by Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants and Occupational Therapy Aides
- Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation
- Participates in patient/family conferences and team conferences
- Participates in educational staff performance improvement in-services
- Provides direction to those assisting/learning the therapy role
- Reviews Physician's referral (prescription) and patient's condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required
- Administers treatments involving application of physical agents and manual exercises to improve and maintain function
- Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical activities and in use of assistant and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, and prostheses
- Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends modification to Orthotist
Qualifications for prn-therapist
- Graduate of an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy
- Licensure as a Physical Therapist necessary to work in Long Term Care
- Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy
- Must be eligible for state licensure
- Must be a licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Massachusetts
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) and registered occupational therapist
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PRN-therapist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of prn-therapist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for prn-therapist
- Plans and develops physical therapy research programs and participates in conducting research
- The Occupational Therapist functions as a member of the healthcare team
- The purpose is to provide medically prescribed occupational therapy programs in the hospital in accordance with national standards and administrative policies of the hospital
- Attempts initial evaluation of newly assigned inpatients within 24 hours, or documents the reason for the inability to do so in the medical record
- Provides patient/family education and HEP’s for carryover of treatment into the home environment as observed by documentation
- Provides age appropriate evaluation and intervention techniques to the population served
- Participates in the student affiliation program for Occupational Therapy (therapists and assistants) providing administrative and clinical supervision for same
- Participates in ongoing reviews of occupational therapy and rehab policies and procedures (available on the ARC), making recommendations to update as appropriate
- Must be proficient in computer use, comfortable with the EMR, and if responsible for OP evaluations, use of dictation systems
- Clinical Specialty certification (preferred)
Qualifications for prn-therapist
- Exercise and Manual based skills, Medicare compliance responsibilities, Workers’ Comp and Sports Rehab
- Graduate of an accredited PT program
- Licensed as a Physical therapist in the state of Indiana or eligible
- Current License to practice in Indiana as an Occupational Therapist
- Must be a licensed Speech Therapist (SLP) in the state of Indiana
- Graduate of approved (A.M.A
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PRN-therapist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of prn-therapist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for prn-therapist
- Anatomy of the spine and extremities
- Participates in the development and maintenance of departmental policies, procedures and performance improvement activities
- Must have at least one year of experience
- Understands Patient Rights and Responsibilities and discusses with patients as needed
- Understands Americans with Disabilities Act and accommodates for patients with disabilities
- Informs patient of the complaint/grievance process
- Assures validation of informed consent before proceeding with interventions
- Involves the patient and family in care as appropriate
- Understands and recognizes signs of potential abuse
- Understands the process for requesting Ethics Consultation and Ethics Committee function
Qualifications for prn-therapist
- One year of experience as a Licensed Physical Therapist is required
- Experience in joint replacement therapy/recovery is highly preferred
- Current Kansas Physical Therapy License
- PRN positions require a minimum of 3 years’ experience
- Preferred experiences in Adult & Geriatric care
- Setting to include inpatient acute care and/or outpatient
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PRN-therapist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a prn-therapist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for prn-therapist
- Develops the care plan that includes rehab potential, problems, and goal which is based on the patient’s needs, prior level of function, and patient goals
- Establishes objective and functional STG/LTG with time frames
- Safely utilizes restraints based on the organization’s policy, manufacturer’s guidelines, and in keeping with the rights and dignity of the patient
- Assesses the patient’s educational needs on evaluation and thereafter as appropriate
- Demonstrates understanding of the effects of a patient’s age upon educational needs, such as in adult vs
- Provides appropriate written handouts for patients based on need, educational level, and understanding
- Collaborates with others on the healthcare team in the education of patients and families
- Demonstrates understanding of how to access patient teaching materials
- Documents patient/family teaching appropriately
- Collaborates with the health care team in planning for discharge activities upon evaluation of the patient through attendance of discharge planning and/or other forms of communication
Qualifications for prn-therapist
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy, a Bachelor’s Degree with a certificate in Occupational Therapy, or a Master of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy and current licensure in the State of Florida
- Prefer at least two(2) years of respiratory experience
- The job incumbent is required to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care that is appropriate to the age of the patients served on their assigned unit(s) or by their department
- Knowledge of radiation procedures and radiologic technology at a level normally acquired through completion of a two year training program in Radiography
- Minimum of a bachelors’ degree in physical therapy is required
- Ideal candidate would enjoy working in a Senior Rehab Therapy Outpatient Setting