Rehab:PT 19083957

Physical Therapist

This position involves providing general Physical Therapy evaluations and treatments that enhance patients' functional abilities. The role includes overseeing and directing the work of Physical Therapist Assistants and/or other designated staff members.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical therapy evaluations and treatments for a diverse patient population with various diagnoses and issues.
• Assess, evaluate, identify therapy diagnoses, formulate treatment plans with goals, and implement physical therapy interventions.
• Supervise and modify therapy plans based on patient responses to optimize outcomes.
• Review clinical records and patient case histories.
• Participate in care conferences and meetings while remaining in contact with referring providers and healthcare team members.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to arrange appropriate medical equipment and establish care plans prior to patient discharge.
• Document patient encounters, treatments, diagnoses, treatment plans, recommendations, and prognoses in compliance with established policies.
• Ensure timely service delivery according to regulatory requirements.
• Work with both inpatient and outpatient populations in various assigned settings.
• Direct the work of support staff, students, or interns.
• Facilitate a healthcare partnership between providers, patients, and their families.
• Develop and implement patient education and therapy programs tailored to patient and family needs.
• Provide clear and concise home exercise programs to maximize rehabilitative potential and ensure understanding through feedback and demonstrations.
• Advise patients and families on methods to promote self-care and independence.
• Assist senior staff with administrative tasks, clinic operations, and specialty/research projects as needed.
• Utilize hospital systems to access patient information and remain informed about hospital directives.
• Participate in the efficient flow of information via email and digital communication platforms as necessary.
• Provide summaries of results, statistics, and metrics as required.
• Assist with the acquisition and fitting of durable medical equipment based on patient needs.
• Communicate with supervisors and/or DME providers to ensure proper measurement, fitting, and delivery of equipment, maintaining appropriate stock levels.
• Maintain clinical space cleanliness and manage supply stocks and clinical equipment.
• Stay updated on billing procedures for reimbursement of services and plan of care concurrence with referring providers.
• Educate staff and inform patients/families about functional limitations, therapeutic exercises, and equipment to achieve desired goals.
• Represent the Rehabilitation Services Department in committee and management duties as needed.
• Provide therapy consultation, presentations, and in-services to healthcare personnel and patient populations as assigned.
• Adhere to regulatory and practice standards set by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
• Follow confidentiality and quality assurance standards, engaging in quality management functions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Entry-level qualifying master's or doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program OR a graduate from an APTA approved program with two years of proven work experience and Continuing Education.
• Active Physical Therapist license.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Valid Driver's license.

Experience

• Minimum of one year of experience in adult outpatient rehabilitation.

Shift Information

Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

Holiday Coverage

No holiday coverage required.