Physical Therapist

Overview Coordinates the physical therapy plan following completion of the assessment as defined by Iowa Licensure requirements. Provides and delegates clinical rehabilitation services to improve and maintain function, focusing on gait training, mobility, range of motion, pain control, strengthening, balance and coordination activities. Acts as a resource to the interdisciplinary team, applying skills of the profession to improve outcomes of persons served. Actions are team oriented to successfully provide quality care and a high level of satisfaction for persons served through evidence-based practice. This position will be located in our Altoona Clinic. Benefits Paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more; pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement, and adoption assistance. Responsibilities Clinical Excellence Evaluates individuals who have medical problems or other health related conditions that limit their abilities to move and/or perform functional activities in their daily lives. Develops, implements and delegates treatment plan with individualized goals to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function and prevent disability. Monitors response of persons served during therapeutic interventions. Supports evidence-based practices. Communicates and collaborates the plan of treatment with persons served, families and the interdisciplinary team. Displays creativity and innovation in the delivery of services. Timely and accurate documentation and billing according to regulatory and third-party requirements. Manages resources to maintain efficient and effective operations. Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and maximize patient experience. Professionalism and Personal Development Demonstrates professionalism and personal growth in daily actions. Promotes professional rehabilitation objectives among interdisciplinary team members. Consistently utilizes a holistic approach (considering physical, psych/social, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria). Participates in process improvement for enhancement of care delivery and clinical excellence. Fosters professional relationships that offer opportunities for enhanced patient access and care delivery. Exhibits flexibility with assignments including hours of operation to meet business and customer needs. Exhibits willingness to accept and learn new skills. Qualifications Education Graduated from an accredited program in respective field. Experience Experience in specialty area preferred. License(s)/Certification(s) Current Iowa license as a PT. Current BLS (CPR). Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Must be able to communicate effectively with people of diverse professional, educational and lifestyle backgrounds. Knowledge of basic computer skills. Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Experience Preferred. Other Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr