Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Beloit Health System is looking to add a Physical Therapist to our Team!

• Sign-On Bonus: Yes
• Shift: 1st
• Hours per week: 40
• Benefits Status: Benefits Eligible
• Department: Lee Lane Physical Medicine

The Physical Therapist evaluates patients and develops goals and a plan of care within the scopе of services. The Physical Therapist reviews the plan and goals and progresses and/or revises the program appropriately.

• Responds to referral and schedules patient according to department policies and procedures.
• Evaluates patient and develops goals and appropriate treatment plan.
• Implements and coordinates Physical Therapy treatment within the overall treatment plan, coordinating care with other professionals as needed.
• Reviews plan of care and progresses or adjusts program as indicated and according to department policy.
• Informs, counsels and consults with patient's family, case managers, industries, etc. and other health care workers.
• Documents patient data (evaluation, treatment and progress notes, D/C summary, charges) and department statistics according to department policies and procedures.
• Provides/recommends adaptive equipment or assistive devices as indicated to increase the independence of the patient.
• Plans discharge with treatment team and provides home program if necessary.
• Supervises and directs physical therapy assistants according to rules/regulations.
• Educates patients and families in regard to functional outcomes and abilities of patient.
• Participates in team conferences and discharge planning with departmental staff and/or members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Provides supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants according to rules/regulations.
• Participates in performance improvements, community and staff education programs.
• Shares in supervision of student interns of Physical Therapy and/or Physical Therapy Assistant programs, or shadow students.
• Performs the necessary functions to prepare, maintain, and clean up the work area to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• The PT has regular access to and is expected to maintain the protected health information of patients in their care.
• Documentation is required and is in accordance with professional, regulatory, and institutional guidelines.
• Strong communication skills and a desire to strive for excellence are essential components of this position.
• Respectfully interacts with a wide variety of internal and external constituents, including (but are not limited to) team members, staff and physicians, local companies, patients, families, vendors, and all insurance representatives.
• Provide coverage to other Physical Medicine locations and settings as necessary based on patient care/departmental needs.
• Work schedules are determined to meet patient care/department needs and shifts may be required on weekends and holidays.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science, Master's Degree, or Doctorate of Physical Therapy from an accredited school. Or higher degree equivalent.
• American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider CPR and AED Certification within 3 months of hire.
• Organization, time management, flexibility, and positive attitude are crucial to successful performance.
• Continuous professional development is expected
  Current License in the State of Wisconsin as Physical Therapist at the time of hire or prior to providing services.
  
• Successful completion of pre-placement physical examination and drug screen.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to recall short- and long-term memory.
• Ability to lift/carry medium work level up to 55lbs.
• Ability to push/pull medium to heavy work level up to 200lbs.
• Ability to complete fine and gross motor movements and eye/hand coordination.
• The physical ability to complete job tasks with full range of body motion necessary to complete dynamic balance, squat, bend, stoop, crawl, reach and sit/stand/walk for extended periods of time.
• Requires ability to see and hear at a level sufficient to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to handle pressures in meeting deadlines and effectively manage multiple tasks throughout the workday.
• Ability to interact effectively with the public
• Ability to work effectively in a congested work site.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a group setting.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate equipment and machinery.

Behavior and Attitude

The mission of Beloit Health System, Inc. is to be the leader in regional health and wellness services that delivers high quality value and satisfaction to our patients and communities we serve. Beloit Health System requires the employee to maintain integrity as a fully engaged employee. Each employee will perform in a manner which ensures delivery of the highest quality of medical services and patient satisfaction. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each patient, visitor, and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance.

The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.