Registered physical therapist vs in home therapist

Differences between registered physical therapist and in home therapist duties and responsibilities

Registered physical therapist example responsibilities.

• Manage rehabilitation department and coordinate the rehabilitation program to the facility.
• Excel in ability to customize/adapt conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the specific needs of patients.
• Place orders for appropriate assistive devices, orthotics and prosthetics as per patient need.
• Administer rehabilitation therapies, which improve patient's mobility and movement.
• Operate and supervise oscillating traction for patients depending on insurance qualification.
• Evaluate patients and work closely with other clinicians for determining need for and obtaining specialize equipment and/or orthotic devices.
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In home therapist example responsibilities.

• Create and lead PTSD group for women, depression and stress management groups for men and women.
• Provide therapy to adolescents and families with co-occurring substance abuse and mental health disorders from diverse backgrounds in a rehabilitation setting.
• Co-Coordinate family therapy program for adolescents in therapeutic community (TC) /residential drug rehabilitation facility.
• Apply behavioral analysis instruction for a student with autism concentrating on communication, socialization, self-help skills and community skills.
• Collaborate with DCF and other community providers.
• Conduct MST family assessments which identify and engage caregivers and outside family support systems in intensive home base therapy.
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