Physical Therapist II

Summary The Physical Therapist organizes and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy programs with the goal being to restore function. The Physical Therapist attempts to prevent disability following disease/injury, while helping the patient reach his/her maximum performance while learning to live with the limits of his/her capabilities. Responsibilities Diagnostic Testing – Administers basic & complex diagnostic tests and evaluations in the area of Physical Therapy for the treatment of mobility disorders and related impairments. Education – Teach & supervise graduate Physical Therapy students and/or clinical fellows/residents. Develops or contributes to innovative programs to enhance patient care. Serves as resource consultant to other clinicians in respective specialty area. Evaluation of Care – Analyzes results of diagnostic and or therapeutic testing to establish patient goals and or modify subsequent treatment programs. Identifies expected patient outcomes. Communicates relevant information to promote continuity of care. Implementation – Selects and applies current and advanced techniques to provide quality and efficient rehabilitative services. Provides habilitation/rehabilitation and maintenance of persons with mobility related impairments. Organizes and prioritizes care according to patient/family needs. Outreach/Community Involvement – Serves as resource to North Carolina government departments and statewide health professionals in specialty areas. Presents at local (university/hospital) or state level, participates in community health screening and events. Participates in the development of new clinical programs to meet emerging needs in conjunction with the clinical specialist and/or department director. Participation – Contributes to quality of clinical services through attendance and participation in departmental meetings and in-services. Quality – Contributes to quality of clinical services through maintenance of valid & reliable records of patient procedures & progress. Participates in quality improvement initiatives with the clinical specialist and other healthcare professionals. Participates in continuous quality improvement efforts in conjunction with the department director. Education Requirements Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program. Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy. Licensure/Certification Requirements Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist in North Carolina. Professional Experience Requirements Successful completion of supervised clinical internship. 4 years of experience. Job Details Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals Entity: Nash UNC Health Care Organization Unit: NGH Therapy Services Work Type: Per Diem Standard Hours Per Week: 4.00 Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Variable Location of Job: NASH HC Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No #J-18808-Ljbffr