PHYSICAL THERAPIST I OP (Full Time, Outpatient, Southside Medical Center, Farmville, VA)

Physical Therapist I (Entry/Competent), Outpatient

$15,000 RECRUITMENT BONUS!

The Physical Therapist I (Entry/Competent), Outpatient is responsible for the assessment and treatment of functional impairments including orthopedic injuries, neurologic conditions, oncology/lymphedema, and women's/men's health. The goal is to maintain or restore the patients to their maximum functional performance.

Responsibilities

• Individually responsible for differential diagnosis and supervision of patient's care under direct access law without physician oversight.
• Evaluates and develops plan of care according to American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) guidelines.
• Administers evidence-based physical therapy treatments appropriate to diagnosis and to APTA guidelines.
• Documents and charges for patient care services in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer, and accrediting requirements.
• Completes progress notes/recertification to demonstrate the need for continues skilled services as outlined by federal, state, and insurance regulations.
• Completes discharge planning according to APTA guidelines by consulting with physicians, OT, SLP and with the patient/family.
• Completes peer to peer insurance review and other required forms for obtaining authorization for services.
• Meets productivity/KPI targets.

Competent:

• Coordinates external resources and support for patients and families.
• Completion of yearly mandatory education for employment and VA licensure.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Participates in at least one community service activity that is Centra sponsored or related to the PT profession.
• Serves as a Clinical Instructor for a physical therapy student clinical 1-2, or an intern (greater than 30 hours) applying to PT school.
• Provides one in-service annually to staff.
• Completes two of the following:
  • Participates as a member of the APTA with at least 50% attendance.
  • Participates in efforts to impact/affect legislation in professional area.
  • Performs clinical activity or special project as pre-approved by manager.
• Supervises Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants, rehab assistants, and other support staff.

Qualifications

Required Education: Graduate of an accredited PT program (Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate Program) Preferred Education: Masters Degree in Physical Therapy or Doctoral Degree in Physical TherapyPreferred Experience: At least 1 year clinical experience in outpatient setting but will consider new graduates. Required Certifications and Licensures: Current Virginia PT licensure or PT Compact license privileges.