Physical Therapist Job Description. Definition - Under the direction of a Supervisor of Physical Therapy, Principal Physical Therapist or a physician, performs the more responsible work and/or takes the lead in one or more physical therapy units within a state institution or agency; administers varied types of physical therapy treatments under a physician's referral; does other related duties. Examples of Work: Surveys patients to identify those with previously undetected problemsand/or reviews written or verbal information concerning patients to determine the need for physical therapy services. Conducts individualized, detailed, and documented assessments of patients known or suspected of having handicapping conditions, utilizing evaluative tools and skills unique to physical therapists. Evaluates patients to aid in establishing diagnosis, prognosis, problems, goals, placement, and treatment plan. Establishes objectives and specific remediation techniques for patients receiving physical therapy services.

Plans and prepares written treatment programs based on evaluation of available patient data. Administers treatment procedures based upon results of evaluation procedures, compatible with the treatment plan, and designed to achieve treatment goals. Maintains patient and other records. Educates and assists care giver and patient's family in providing follow-up patient care. Attends staff conferences and confers with staff and specialist consultants. Attends and participate in Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) meetings as assigned. May assist in departmental clinics. Performs minor repairs and adjustments related to rehabilitation/habilitation equipment i.e. wheelchair. Maintains program implementation standards according to state and federal laws and regulations. Confers with physicians and other professional personnel relevant to patients' total treatments. Monitors the administration of treatment by subordinate staff. Conducts in-service training and other educational programs on physical therapy. Supervises program support activities. May be required to engage in lifting clients when working in a setting which provides direct services to clients who are non- ambulatory or who are semi-ambulant and/or have severe physical handicaps. May be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units.