Physical Therapist

Summary The position is located at the Buffalo VAMC. The therapist is responsible for patient scheduling, assessment, goal setting, patient education, treatment implementation and discharge planning for patients referred to physical therapy. The caseload is comprised of inpatients, with a marked diversity of physical dysfunction. Responsibilities VA Careers - Physical Therapy: https://youtube.com/embed/Gi2hoFqIoqY Many of the patients present with complex diagnoses as well as multiple medical problems. The therapist may complete assessment and treatment on patients in the inpatient wards. The therapist performs and interprets the results of tests and measurements of the patient's status in order to formulate an appropriate, comprehensive treatment plan. The incumbent demonstrates the ability to treat patients with more complex medical problems utilizing both standard and non-standard techniques. The Physical Therapist has the: Ability to make autonomous clinical decisions in a Direct A...