Licensed Physical Therapist - Arlington Location

Job Description Job Description General Information Job Title Physical Therapist Department Physical Therapy Location Arlington FSLA Status Fulltime Part time PRN Non-Exempt Exempt X Reports to PT Clinic Manager Supervises None Job Summary The Physical Therapist will evaluate, diagnose, and treat clients/patients of TMI Sports Medicine. They will develop, implement, and oversee the plan of care and document into the patients EMR appropriately. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Greets patients as they arrive to therapy and set the standard of excellent patient service. Reviews physician’s referral and patient’s medical records to help determine diagnosis and physical therapy treatment required. Carry out evaluation and examination upon the first visit to establish POC. Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation. Prescribe appropriate POC to return patients to their prior level of function. Oversees the implementation of the treatment plan and delegates appropriate tasks to support staff, ATCs, PTAs, and Rehab technicians. Enters prognosis, treatment, response, progress, and billing in patient’s EMR. Bills for physical therapy services in an efficient, ethical, and equitable manner. Assesses patients’ progress and effectiveness of treatment at every therapy session, and adjusts POC to maximize patents outcomes. Discharges patients from physical therapy when goals or projected outcomes have been attained and provide for appropriate follow-up care or referrals. Communicates proposed interventions, risks, and expected benefits with the patient. Coordinates care of the patient with direct oversight of all departmental support staff. Maintains the department equipment and clinical supplies in a clean and orderly condition and makes appropriate requests for needed supplies/equipment. Manages time efficiently and follows standard work practices. Compliance with all company policies and procedures. Any other duties as assigned by management. Job Qualifications Education Gradate from an accredited program of Physical Therapy Texas state physical therapy license, or temporary permit. Specific Job Experience Recommended 1 year of Physical Therapy experience or PT internship completed at TMI Sports Medicine. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent customer service skills and patient care skills. Ability to manage time and multiple tasks Approachability and team work mentality Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive, privileged communications and work product. Physical Demands/Work Environment These physical demands and work environment characteristics are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Frequency None Some Freq. Very Freq. Key Some – 1-4 times/day Lifting > 50 lbs. X Freq – 20-40 times/day Very Freq – >50 times/day Lifting > 20 lbs. X Pushing > 50 lbs. X Pulling > 50 lbs. X Stooping, Kneeling X Crawl X Climb X Balance X Physical Requirements: Hazards: Mental/Emotional Requirement: Perform shift work Exposure to toxic/chemical/detergents Manage stress appropriately Maneuver weight of patients Exposure to extreme hot/cold conditions Handle multiple priorities Hear alarm/phone/equipment Exposure to dust/fumes/drafts Works alone Manual dexterity (hand/eye coordination) Exposure to moving mechanical parts Manage anger/fear/hostility /violence Reach above shoulder Exposure to potential electrical shock Work in areas that are confined and/or crowded Repetitive arm/hand movement Exposure to X- ray/electromagnetic energy Finger dexterity Exposure to high pitched noises Working Conditions Color vision Exposure to communicable diseases INSIDE [Specify major conditions] Acuity – Near Exposure to pathogen exposure Acuity – Far Exposure to risk exposure OUTSIDE [Specify major conditions] Depth perception Use of latex gloves Work Positions (% of time spent): Sitting: 15% Standing: 70% Walking: 15% Conclusion The above duties and responsibilities may be essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodations. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.