Diagnoses and treats chronic disabilities, including the restoration of normal functioning to those disabled with muscle, bone, or nervous problems. Provides help in rehabilitating patients disabled by acute and chronic pain or musculoskeletal ailments affecting the motor functions of the... [+] More

Diagnoses and treats chronic disabilities, including the restoration of normal functioning to those disabled with muscle, bone, or nervous problems. Provides help in rehabilitating patients disabled by acute and chronic pain or musculoskeletal ailments affecting the motor functions of the body caused by muscle and limb disorders, stroke aftereffects, and other crippling conditions. Administers or orders tests for patients in areas such as muscle strength, degree of joint mobility, breathing capacity, and muscular coordination.

Provides assistance in the areas of pain relief, improvement or maintenance of functions, such as strength and mobility, and training in the most effective method of performing essential activities. Prescribes therapeutic modes of treatment, such as exercise, ice, heat, massage, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and functional training. May prescribe antibiotics, psychological counseling, occupational therapy, and a variety of other treatments that may be used in concert to help the patient achieve the fullest possible life. [-] Less

Diagnoses and treats chronic disabilities, including the restoration of normal functioning to those disabled with muscle, bone, or nervous problems. Provides help in rehabilitating patients disabled by acute and chronic pain or musculoskeletal ailments affecting the motor functions of the... [+] More

Diagnoses and treats chronic disabilities, including the restoration of normal functioning to those disabled with muscle, bone, or nervous problems. Provides help in rehabilitating patients disabled by acute and chronic pain or musculoskeletal ailments affecting the motor functions of the body caused by muscle and limb disorders, stroke aftereffects, and other crippling conditions. Administers or orders tests for patients in areas such as muscle strength, degree of joint mobility, breathing capacity, and muscular coordination.

Provides assistance in the areas of pain relief, improvement or maintenance of functions, such as strength and mobility, and training in the most effective method of performing essential activities. Prescribes therapeutic modes of treatment, such as exercise, ice, heat, massage, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and functional training. May prescribe antibiotics, psychological counseling, occupational therapy, and a variety of other treatments that may be used in concert to help the patient achieve the fullest possible life. [-] Less

Diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of female genital, urinary, and rectal organs. Evaluates patient, performing examination to determine medical problem, utilizing physical findings, diagnostic images, laboratory test results, and patient's statements as diagnostic aids. Gathers patient medical data, including... [+] More

Diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of female genital, urinary, and rectal organs. Evaluates patient, performing examination to determine medical problem, utilizing physical findings, diagnostic images, laboratory test results, and patient's statements as diagnostic aids. Gathers patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Administers or orders various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient's condition. Analyzes reports and findings of tests and of examination, and diagnoses condition.

Discusses problem with patient, and prescribes medication and exercise or hygiene regimen, or performs surgery as needed to correct malfunctions or remove diseased organ. May care for patient throughout pregnancy and deliver babies. [-] Less

Directs agency or major function of public or voluntary organization providing services in social welfare field to individuals, groups, or community

works with board of directors and committees to establish policies and programs and administers such programs. Determines policies and defines... [+] More

Directs agency or major function of public or voluntary organization providing services in social welfare field to individuals, groups, or community

works with board of directors and committees to establish policies and programs and administers such programs. Determines policies and defines scope of services to be rendered within legislative regulations for public welfare agency functioning without board of directors. Assumes responsibility for development and administration of standards and procedures related to personnel, including staff development, budget, and physical facilities. Interprets agency purpose and program to community. Establishes and maintains relationships with other agencies and organizations in community toward meeting community needs and services. Prepares, distributes, and maintains variety of reports. Inspects agency operations and facilities to ensure agency meets standards and procedures criteria. May direct or coordinate fund raising, public relations, and fact finding or research activities. Employed in settings such as child welfare, community welfare councils, family casework, youth serving agencies, health organizations, informal education, and recreation, including scouting and y's, public welfare, and fund raising. May work in specific area of social welfare and be designated director, child support enforcement program; director, community center; director, social service; director, rehabilitation program; director, mental health agency. [-] Less

Coordinates activities and provides for physical and emotional needs of public-welfare recipients housed in indigent camp

cooperates with welfare department investigators, psychologists, and physicians in assigning activities to indigents and in providing specialized attention to them in accordance with recommendations. Appoints... [+] More

Coordinates activities and provides for physical and emotional needs of public-welfare recipients housed in indigent camp

cooperates with welfare department investigators, psychologists, and physicians in assigning activities to indigents and in providing specialized attention to them in accordance with recommendations. Appoints leaders of activities, such as food preparation and maintenance of grounds, from camp inmates in accord with democratic leadership principles and welfare department policy. Coordinates sanitation, food management, health, education, spiritual counseling, and vocational activity programs in conformity with available facilities, needs of camp inmates, and policy of department. Interviews inmates and arranges with business and community leaders to place them in jobs. Maintains discipline and arbitrates disputes. Arranges for entertainment, such as movies, lectures, and musical programs. Maintains camp records, inventories supplies, and submits requisitions for camp needs. [-] Less

Supervises and coordinates activities of workers in repairing and refinishing shoes. Evaluates donated new and used shoes to determine feasibility of repair or saleability. Trains subordinates and handicapped individuals in job duties of shoe repairer. Performs periodic performance evaluations. Performs duties as described under shoe repairer.

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Compiles, verifies, and records client data in vocational rehabilitation facility. Gets information required for client's records such as name, address, age, medical history, present medications, previous treatments, party responsible for payment, and work limitations. Prepares and maintains clients' records and reports.

Prepares and assists clients to complete routine intake and personnel forms. Gives and receives client information in person, by telephone, or by mail to authorized people. Prepares client attendance, training, and counseling reports from client records. Reviews training approval forms and payment vouchers for completeness and accuracy. May schedule appointments, keep track of cancellations, and provide general information. [-] Less

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Directs, plans, and administers operation of health rehabilitation programs, such as physical, occupational, recreational, and speech therapies. Consults with medical and professional staff of other departments and personnel from associated health care fields to plan and coordinate joint patient and management objectives.

Heads staff conferences and plans training programs to maintain proficiency of staff in therapy techniques and use of new methods and equipment to meet patients' needs. Allocates personnel on basis of workload, space, and equipment available. Analyzes operating costs and prepares department budget. Recommends patient fees for therapy based on use of equipment and therapy staff. May coordinate research projects to develop new approaches to rehabilitative therapy. May serve as rehabilitative therapy consultant to employers, educational institutions, and community organizations. [-] Less

Supervises and coordinates clinic service activities and programs within assigned area of rehabilitative services. Determines the extent and nature of physical, occupational, speech, and recreation therapy services needed. Identifies methods and resources for implementing services, and evaluates the efficiency and... [+] More

Supervises and coordinates clinic service activities and programs within assigned area of rehabilitative services. Determines the extent and nature of physical, occupational, speech, and recreation therapy services needed. Identifies methods and resources for implementing services, and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of the clinic service delivery system within assigned area. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in physical therapy and three years of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist.

Monitors and evaluates service activities. Plans and develops staff in-service training and conducts orientation for new personnel. Plans and schedules work for assigned areas, ensuring proper distribution of assignments and adequate manning, space, and facilities for performance of duties. Prepares reports and presents appropriate recommendations or conclusions. Implements and coordinates academic and clinical education experiences for students. May be responsible for hiring and developing a qualified rehabilitative services staff. May assist in the preparation and management of the departmental budget. [-] Less

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Compiles, verifies, and records client data in vocational rehabilitation facility. Gets information required for client's records such as name, address, age, medical history, present medications, previous treatments, party responsible for payment, and work limitations. Prepares and maintains clients' records and reports.

Prepares and assists clients to complete routine intake and personnel forms. Gives and receives client information in person, by telephone, or by mail to authorized people. Prepares client attendance, training, and counseling reports from client records. Reviews training approval forms and payment vouchers for completeness and accuracy. May schedule appointments, keep track of cancellations, and provide general information. [-] Less