What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Medicine Specialist position at Eastern Iowa Rehabilitation Hospital?
Job Description
- Assume responsibility and accountability for the care of patients being treated by Physical Therapist Assistants and Therapy techs.
- Assess patients' needs; identify and initiate appropriate physical therapy interventions; work cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional physical therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.
- Perform an appropriate assessment on each patient and perform reassessments as per policy; perform accurate and timely QI scoring.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state where the hospital is located.
- Inpatient rehab experience preferred.
- Current BLS/CPR Card.
