Therapy - PT

Therapy - PT

Profession: Rehabilitation Therapy

Specialty: Physical Therapist

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Monday to Friday

Hours per Shift: 8 hours

Experience: Minimum 1 year

License: Active license required

Certifications: Current Basic Life Support certification, Valid Driver's license

Must-Have: Active license

Description:Provides general physical therapy evaluations and treatments which impact patients' functional abilities.Oversees and directs the work of physical therapist assistants and/or other designated staff members.Provides general physical therapy evaluations and treatments to a wide range of ages with varying diagnoses and issues.Performs evaluations, identifies therapy diagnoses, formulates therapy treatment plans with goals, and implements physical therapy treatments.Implements, supervises, and modifies a therapy plan of care based on assessment of patient response to optimize outcomes.Reviews clinical records and case histories.Attends care conferences, regular meetings, and remains in contact with referring providers and other health care professionals.Collaborates with team members to ensure appropriate medical equipment is arranged and care plans are established prior to discharge.Documents patient encounter findings and treatments, including diagnoses, treatment plans, recommendations, and prognoses.Provides services in a timely manner according to regulatory requirements.Works with in-patient and out-patient populations in various settings as assigned.Directs the work of support staff, students, or interns.Facilitates healthcare partnerships between providers, patients, and their families.Develops, implements, and conducts patient education and therapy programs based on needs.Provides clear and concise home exercise programs to achieve maximum rehabilitative potential.Ensures that instructions are understood by asking for feedback and return demonstrations of programs by patients or caregivers.Advises patients and family members in methods that support self-care and independence.Creates home programs that are clear and concise and ensures comprehension through feedback.Assists senior staff in administrative matters, clinic operations, and specialty areas as appropriate.Utilizes the hospital computer system to obtain patient information and stay informed of directives.Participates in the flow of information via email and other digital platforms as appropriate.Provides summaries of results, statistics, and metrics as required by management.Assists in the acquisition and fitting of medical equipment based on patient needs.Communicates with supervisors and/or providers to measure, fit, and deliver equipment.Maintains supply stocks and clinical equipment at acceptable levels.Remains current in specific billing procedures to aid in reimbursement of services.Maintains cleanliness of clinical space.Educates staff on physical therapy-related issues and educates patients/families about functional limitations.Assists in committee and management duties.Provides therapy consultations, presentations, and in-services regarding therapy services as assigned.Adheres to the regulatory and practice standards set by the professional association.Follows confidentiality and quality assurance standards.Participates in quality management functions and utilizes principles in all aspects of the job.Performs other duties as assigned.