Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist (Outpatient)

Miami Valley Hospital

Full-Time (Brown St clinic) | Sign-On bonus available

Come work in a supportive environment, with 1-hour initial assessments and 45-minute 1-on-1 follow-ups

The Physical Therapist provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment for outpatient patients, depending on the service area could include neuro, ortho and sports medicine, etc. The therapist meets productivity standards and satisfactorily completes and maintains all required documentation.

The Physical Therapist assumes a dynamic leadership role on the interdisciplinary patient care teams. This individual identifies patient care needs, develops a plan of care and goals in collaboration with the patient, provides a wide variety of treatment techniques within the scope of practice, provides education and support to patients/families, and facilitates continuing care planning.

The therapist participates in staff management, cost management, and professional practice activities. The therapist is responsible for demonstrating excellent customer service and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the department.

Essential Duties & Functions

• Evaluates, treats, documents, delegates, and discharges patients per service guidelines.
• Engages in interdisciplinary patient care management.
• Bills appropriately for services and supplies provided as indicated through matching of documentation and service charges.
• Provides oversight of Physical Therapist Assistants.
• Provides patient/family education.
• Participates in programs/service performance improvement activities.
• Manages case load per department standards.
• Engages in patient satisfaction efforts and looks for opportunities to ensure that all patients have a satisfying experience.
• Passes all required hospital/department competencies and related testing; applies to everyday performance.

Education: Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program

Licensure/ Certification / Registration:

• Current Physical Therapy license in State of Ohio (new graduates welcomed)
• BLS certification within 30-days of hire

Experience:

• Minimum Level of Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience
• Preferred experience: 1-3 years of job-related experience.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Able to multi-task with constant interruptions while maintaining a pleasant demeanor.
• Dependable, flexible and adaptable to change.
• Teamwork oriented. Display tact, diplomacy, and professionalism.
• Strong analytical, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills.