Physical Therapist

Position Summary Responsible for providing patient care including assessing, interpreting, planning and implementing specialized physical therapy treatments. Key Responsibilities: Direct Patient Care: Performs evaluation and re-evaluation of patient Assessment: Interprets evaluation data, history, and applicable medical documentation to determine rehabilitation potential and potential benefit from intervention; Identifies physical, social, and psychological needs of the patient, family, and significant other Goal Setting: Utilizes patient/family/care giver input in setting functional rehabilitation goals; Documents goals in functional, measurable terms with stated time frames Treatment Planning: Facilitates and implements current PT treatments: Incorporates information gained in evaluation and assessment to determine appropriate, specific treatment plan for intervention and involves others when appropriate Treatment Intervention: Demonstrates competence in performing all procedures and treatments required in area of practice demonstrates awareness of continuity of patient care by following established plans; modifies patient care based on continual assessment of the patient and effect of treatment intervention; demonstrates skills in identifying, interpreting, and incorporating patient's psychological, physical, and social responses to intervention; provides and/or recommends equipment or supplies for home use; and provides for patient's personal care and environment throughout the treatment Patient Education: Provides education appropriate to each patient's level of understanding regarding evaluation, treatment, and self-responsibility and instructs in home treatment program to facilitate rehabilitation and promote independence in care as appropriate Discharge Planning: Collaborates with patient, caregivers, and other health care professionals in planning discharge from rehabilitation services Communication: Confers and communicates with referring physicians and other appropriate persons through the use of progress notes, letters, evaluations, team meetings, and direct contact concerning the proposed course, progress, and discharge plan of each patient Shared Duties/Other Maintains and respects the confidentiality of patient information in accordance with company policy & procedure, and HIPAA & compliance guidelines Complies with HIPAA, OSHA and Red Flag Rules Complies and follows Medicare and other third-party payers’ guidelines and rules Provide PT care that complies with organization's best practices, standards, policies and procedures Complies with both federal and state guidelines, including all licensing requirements Attends all regular staff meetings and continuing education sessions as required Maintains regular attendance Presents professional image in manner, appearance, motivation and work habits Performs other duties as assigned Critical Skills & Attributes Critical Skills & Attributes Skills & Attributes Academic/Technical Qualifications Details - BS or MS degree or Certificate in Physical Therapy from an APTA-accredited education program - NJ state licensure Industry Experience - Minimum of 2 years’ experience, preferably in a medical practice environment - Knowledge of HIPPA & OSHA guidelines - Working knowledge of medical practice management systems and electronic medical records - Basic knowledge of computers and medical terminology is mandatory Communication Skills - Excellent verbal, written, critical thinking and interpersonal skills - Ability to work well with physicians, employees, patients, and others A committed and result-driven attitude to work as a high ethical and professional standard Unquestionable commitment to confidentiality, quality customer service and professionalism Agreement This job description describes the essential functions and qualifications of the position described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Employee signature below indicates that you have read this job description and understand the essential functions of the position, your key accountabilities and the indicators of effectiveness. _______________________________________ _____________________________________ ______________ Employee Name Signature Date _______________________________________ _____________________________________ ______________ Manager Name/Title Signature Date OrthoNJ - Union County Orthopaedic Group Division, is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer OrthoNJ-UCOG, is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All aspects of employment (including the decision to hire, promote, discipline or discharge) is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. #J-18808-Ljbffr APTA New Mexico