Physical Therapist Inpatient - PRN

Position Title Physical Therapist Inpatient - PRN Varies - PRN Olathe Hospital Position Summary / Career Interest: The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements specific treatment programs for individual inpatients and outpatients ranging in age from newborn to geriatric according to the principles and practices of Physical Therapy. The Physical Therapist collaborates with the members of the interdisciplinary care team regarding treatment and discharge planning; prepares written documentation pertaining to patient evaluation, treatment, education, and discharge planning; schedules patient treatments and meetings; supervises the work of Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA’s), Rehabilitation Aides, Student Physical Therapists, and Student Physical Therapist Assistants; assists in preparing and conducting inservice training and continuing education programs; assists in the orientation and competency assessment of Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, and Rehabilitation Aides; may participate in Performance Improvement activities and processes. Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions Conducts Physical Therapy evaluation in accordance with education, training, professional codes of ethics and standards, and department policy and procedure. Reviews physician’s referral request and available medical records to determine medical data prior to initiating the Physical Therapy evaluation. Conducts patient interview and performs evaluation which consists of patient tests, measurements and assessments. Analyzes evaluation findings to identify disabilities and establishes indications for a Physical Therapy treatment program. Plans treatment programs based on assessment of available patient data. Establishes and carries out treatment programs based on evaluation results and ongoing reassessments of the patient. Administers Physical Therapy treatment which may include but is not limited to functional mobility training, balance training, range of motion exercises and/or stretching, muscle re‑education, therapeutic exercise to improve or maintain muscle function, application of physical agents, joint mobilization, traction, massage, and hydrotherapy for the cleaning and debridement of burns and open wounds. Evaluates effects of treatments and adjusts treatments to achieve optimal benefits and is responsible for recommending adaptive and assistive equipment. Educates patient and family in a timely and appropriate manner. Informs patient and family of problems, goals, estimated completion date, and the treatment plan, and instructs patient and family in exercises and home management procedures. Confers with physicians and other health care practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment programs and integrate Physical Therapy treatment with other aspects of patient health care. Schedules patient treatment times to meet patient needs and to maximize therapist and PTA efficiency. Prepares written documentation pertaining to patient evaluation and treatment sessions per Department Policy and Procedure. Completes, reviews to ensure proper billing, signs, and submits a Charge Services End User Audit Report to the manager on each day of work. Supervises work of Certified Physical Therapist Assistants by evaluating the patient and planning a treatment program for patients assigned to Physical Therapist Assistants. Maintains a safe environment for patients. Effectively manages the patient’s pain and comfort. Establishes and communicates appropriate discharge plan based on prior level of function, medical condition, financial situation, etc. Manages patient schedule to maximize efficiency and productivity (toward 60% billable inpatient and 70% billable outpatient time target) and works to reduce cancellations and other situations that reduce the ability to meet patient’s needs. Supervises work of Rehabilitation Aides by orienting, instructing, and directing the work activities of Rehabilitation Aides as pertains to their assistance in patient treatment programs and department operations. Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department. These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required. Required Education and Experience Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy Preferred Education and Experience Previous healthcare experience Required Licensure and Certification CPR/ AED/ BLS - Other BLS within 14 days Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) - State Board of Healing Arts upon Hire Time Type Part time Job Requisition ID

R-48806

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