PT Acute Care Hospital

Physical Therapist

Under the supervision of the Director of Rehabilitation Services, the Physical Therapist assumes responsibility and accountability for the processes of evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, planning, and implementation needed to deliver safe, evidence-based care. This position provides patient care for the Bone, Joint & Spine Unit, along with other ancillary departments, to promote excellence in Knee and Hip Replacement patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform chart reviews
• Collect patient and/or caregiver interview information and consult with other medical staff
• Develop, initiate, and revise individualized plans of care with short- and long-term goals based on objective tests, measures, and evaluations
• Carry out assessment and treatment techniques safely and in compliance with policy
• Assess patient response to interventions and supervise support staff within their scope of practice
• Document treatment and appropriate charges accurately and in a timely manner
• Coordinate patient care activities and communicate with other healthcare team members
• Facilitate system and institutional policies, procedures, and goals to evaluate impact on patient outcomes
• Incorporate evidence-based practice into therapy
• Use interpersonal strategies to promote effective team function and satisfaction among peers and healthcare team members

Knee/Hip Replacement Essential Functions

• Provide assistance and training in functional mobility techniques including ambulation, activities of daily living (ADLs), and therapeutic exercise
• Communicate and educate nursing staff on patient mobility goals and status, including use of assistive devices
• Communicate patient pain and comfort levels to nursing staff and provide alternative measures for pain control

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program
• Completion of additional educational training within 90 days of hire and annually as outlined in the accreditation plan
• Minimum of 4 hours annually in Knee/Hip education
• Physical Therapy licensure registered with the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (additional state licensure may be required based on population served)
• BLS certification required or must be completed within the first two weeks of employment
• Additional certifications may be required, including a valid Kansas Commercial Driver's License with an acceptable driving record for certain patient care settings or populations (details provided at time of hire/transfer)

Infection Control

Initial and ongoing training in infection control. Trainings may include, but are not limited to, bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, and biohazardous materials as applicable to the daily work environment.

Patient Interaction

Frequent

HIPAA Access

This position will have access to the following Protected Health Information (PHI) at Hays Medical Center:

Primary (routine access):

• Patient Demographic Information: Name, Date of Birth, Address, Race, Marital Status, Religion
• Financial Information/Insurance: Billing Information, Payer Name, Payer ID, Account Balances, Plan Elements Covered, Payment Information, Payment Rates
• Coding Information: ICD-9 Codes, Rev Codes, CPT Codes
• Clinical Information: Diagnosis, Reports/Medical Notes, Test Results, Problem List, Procedures, History and Physical