Physical Therapist

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more- in our careers and in our communities. Job Description Summary: Competently interpret the patient's history and baseline level of function and then to complete an assessment appropriate to the patient's area(s) of deficits. Based on problem(s) identified, the physical therapist establishes and carries out a plan of care to include patient treatment and reassessment, patient/family instruction, discharge planning, documentation in the medical record and providers and other medical staff. Oversees and supervises provision of care by physical therapist assistants. Responsibilities and Duties: Direct Patient Care 90-100% Evaluates and treats patients: After provider referral, evaluates patient physical abilities and functional status, develops and implements plan of care based on evaluation findings and appropriate treatment techniques and initiates patient treatment. Carries out plan of care with reassessment and changes to plan of care as appropriate. Responsible for maintaining/meeting the productivity expectations of their department. Oversees and supervises provision of care by physical therapist assistants. Plans and helps coordinate discharge plan in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team: Instructs patient and care giver/family. Recommends DME required for discharge. Provides information to providers, nurses, case managers, social workers, and other team members. Involved in the multidisciplinary patient plan of care and discharge readiness plan. Documents evaluation, plan of care, progress toward goals, discharge plan/continuity of care for multidisciplinary team, and other involved medical and insurance parties. Indirect Patient Care 1-10%: Department Functions: Supervises patient assignments and duties of the PTAs and rehabilitation tech(s). Is involved in department quality improvement through data collection and participation in team and staff meetings. Assumes duties delegated by management in the absence of department management. Education/Mentoring: Takes an active role in orienting new staff members. Serves as clinical instructor for affiliating PT and PTA students. Serves as an advocate for discipline on the multidisciplinary team. Represents department at problem-solving and committee meetings. The major duties, responsibilities and essential functions listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive of the duties, responsibilities, and essential functions to be performed by employees in this job. Associate is expected to perform all other duties as requested by management. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree: Physical Therapy (Required) LIC - Licensed in Field - State of Ohio Additional Job Description: SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE Basic computer skills. For this position, in the Home Care department only, Minimum Qualifications include valid state driver’s license, minimum of eighteen (18) years old, have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), and provide proof of insurance, if applicable. Work Shift: Day Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40 Department Rehabilitation Ashland Equal Employment Opportunity: OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment. We Are Inspired to Do Our Best: OhioHealth is a nationally recognized, innovative healthcare system delivering world-class patient care in a supportive, professional environment filled with limitless opportunities to learn and grow. We are a unique organization in the healthcare field. Our model system of facilities encompasses a wide scope of expertise and care. 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