Therapy - PT

Physical Therapist

Great opportunity for a Physical Therapist in an outpatient rehabilitation setting. The Physical Therapist implements patient rehabilitation programs to help improve patient mobility, function, and strength. Hold a license as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice. Evaluate and treat patients for physical therapy and rehabilitation programs. Utilize Electronic Medical Record to complete evaluations, reports, and discharge summaries for patient files. Guide and monitor patient care in all aspects of treatment and follow-up. Supervise PT Assistants and Aides regarding all aspects of patient care. Communicate with physicians and other staff to ensure quality patient care. Correspond with coworkers via phone, fax, and email. Be responsible for accurate patient chart documentation and follow-up regarding prescriptions, test results, and authorizations. Ensure patient comfort and answer questions when necessary. Work closely with front office staff regarding scheduling and patient follow-up. Possess computer skills necessary to complete job requirements, including typing, Word, Internet, and EMR. Make independent decisions regarding patient care. Be involved in the business marketing referral process when necessary. Follow HIPAA policies and procedures. Be familiar with billing policies and procedures relevant to various payers. Be physically mobile, including sitting, walking, and prolonged standing for 8-10 hour workdays. Be able to lift, assist in moving patients, and provide standing-by assistance for patient safety. This position supervises PT Assistants and Aides regarding all aspects of patient care. Expected to protect the privacy of all patient information in accordance with privacy policies and procedures. May access protected health information only as necessary to complete job duties. Comply with OSHA, federal, and state regulations. The position requires walking, sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving continually during working hours. The employee must remain constantly alert for patient safety. No travel is expected for this position.