Physiotherapist vs out-patient therapist

Differences between physiotherapist and out-patient therapist duties and responsibilities

Physiotherapist example responsibilities.

• Assess needs for specialize equipment, orthotics, and wheelchairs as well as possible interventions to manage spasticity and joint contractures.
• Provide first-aid, physical therapy treatment and complete rehabilitation for injure players.
• Provide support for rehabilitation services department, assisting therapy staff members when necessary.
• Facilitate psychological adjustment of patients with extensive/grossly deforming injuries through counseling, pleasant mannerisms and use of good humor.
• Work with patients having different conditions on a daily basis by administering physician prescribe treatments including exercise regimens, muscle stretching/relaxations.
• Enhance skills of differential diagnosis with an OCS CI.
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Out-patient therapist example responsibilities.

• Create and lead PTSD group for women, depression and stress management groups for men and women.
• Complete prior authorizations for Medicaid, and continuous reviews.
• Set up Medicaid transportation for both the Charlotte and Gastonia offices.
• Maintain and utilize community wide resources to facilitate and support increase self-sufficiency and long term stabilization of patients receiving services.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of medical professionals to provide outpatient services to those seeking rehabilitation in an ambulatory care center.
• Work closely with a license orthotist/prosthetist to obtain orthotics for children who require them.