Registered physical therapist vs out-patient therapist

Differences between registered physical therapist and out-patient 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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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.