Pediatric Physical Therapist-Acute Care

Overview $2500 sign on available to new hire! Interprets physician referrals, as appropriate, and completes musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and/or integumentary evaluations utilizing appropriate methods. Establishes a plan of care and implements individual treatment based on evaluation results and functional goals, using appropriate techniques. Monitors and evaluates outcomes and adjusts the treatment plan based on patient response and communicates status updates to physicians and team members. Identifies factors affecting the patient\'s physical and psychosocial comfort and addresses these needs. Plans for and completes patient discharge, including written home programs, patient/family teaching, referrals for community services, transition planning within the continuum of care, and ordering equipment as indicated. Communicates and collaborates with relevant stakeholders to achieve optimum patient care. Documentation, Billing, and Productivity Completes all required documentation following department policy and accreditation standards with appropriate co-signatures, including patient evaluations, progress notes, team conference reports, and discharge summaries as appropriate. Records patient care and progress for each patient assigned. Completes daily statistics, billing, and scheduling. Applies insurance guidelines regarding authorization and number of visits. Maintains site/department productivity standards and adheres to billing and documentation policies, procedures, and timelines. Clinical Responsibilities and Safety Responsible for cleaning up after patient treatment, putting away equipment, and keeping area neat and orderly. Performs manual techniques, patient positioning, transferring and transporting duties, requiring lifting and pushing/pulling with proper technique. Demonstrates skill in the use of modalities, exercise equipment, and other devices available in the area, per department orientation. Demonstrates knowledge of indications and contraindications of modalities and exercise. Promotes patient safety by participating in safety initiatives and following all safety and infection control measures in the working environment. Participates in performance improvement activities to identify and resolve problems affecting patient care outcomes and to improve quality of care. Manages assigned caseload and informs site leadership of coverage needs and availability; assists with coverage based on department and regional needs. Professional Development and Supervision Pursues professional growth through continuing education courses, department in-services, and reading professional literature. Orients new staff to clinical and department policies as requested. Participates in the evaluation process of co-workers by providing verbal or written feedback as requested. May supervise physical therapy assistants following all applicable state and local compliance requirements. This includes delegating patients to assistive personnel, providing treatment recommendations and ongoing supervision while maintaining responsibility for the patient plan of care and goals. May supervise physical therapy extenders (rehab aides/techs) and teach appropriate techniques for specific patients. May supervise physical therapy students after completing one year of clinical experience. Minimum Job Requirements Education Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school or educational requirements commensurate with the date of graduation. Maintains continuing education requirements as mandated by applicable state professional standards. Certification / Registration / License Licensed Physical Therapist in the state where you work. Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (obtained within 90 days unless department leader has determined it is not required) by the American Heart Association (AHA). Work Experience No experience required. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Intermediate computer skills Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Demonstrated organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills Successfully completes all competency assessments/requirements pertaining to provision of patient care and site standards Team members maintain annual educational requirements for hospital-based certifications (e.g., DNV, CARF or others) Ability to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; understanding growth and development across the life span and ability to assess data relevant to age-specific needs Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, and squat throughout the workday Must Be Able To: Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist Lift up to 10 lbs. from waist to overhead Lift and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present Position Requires Repetitive Use Of Hands Simple grasping - 5-15 lbs. - 20% of the workday Pushing/pulling - up to 75-100 lbs. - 10% of the day Fine manipulation of hands during massage and joint mobilization Must have functional use of senses to allow for effective communication. Exposure to electrical and chemical hazards, and to blood and body fluids; therefore, wearing protective clothing as needed may be required. Travel may be required, with potential road and weather hazards. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. Preferred Qualifications Education Certification / Registration / License Experience Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Disclaimer All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders. #J-18808-Ljbffr Advocate Health Care