Physiatrist-(Weekends)

Physical Therapist
Takes action to account for new patients and changes in existing patient schedule, including but not limited to, calling patient to reschedule visits, reshuffling patient load to meet new demands, communicating recommended changes to supervisor, etc.
Performs a comprehensive (OASIS and PT) assessments of assigned patients including, but not limited to, psychosocial, educational, safety and risk factor parameters, as evidenced by clinical documentation and in accordance with federal and state regulations, organizational and departmental policies and standards of care, and APTA guidelines.
Develops a plan of care to promote optimal functional independence and safety as documented by clinical record in accordance with federal and state regulations, organizational and departmental policies and standards of care and APTA guidelines. Creates patient specific goals and ensures that the plan of care reflects logical interventions and advancement towards these goals.
Plans for and provides skilled physical therapy treatment including, but not limited to, therapeutic techniques, patient/care giver education, etc. assessing the patient's status and progress on each visit and ensuring quality of care as documented in the clinical record and in accordance with federal and state regulations, organizational and departmental policies and standards of care and APTA guidelines.
As Care Manager and/or team member, coordinates patient care with other clinical team members, including but not limited to, physicians, nurses, care givers, other rehab services and students, ensuring optimal patient care and communication as noted in the clinical record and in compliance with federal and state regulations, organizational and departmental policies and standards of care and APTA guidelines.
Supervises and directs clinical activities of PTAs, PT students and home care aides in accordance with federal and state regulations, department and organizational policies and standards of care and APTA guidelines.
Completes and coordinates required paperwork in accordance with federal and state regulations, organizational and departmental policies, standards of care and APTA guidelines to ensure that documentation reflects care provided and the outcomes achieved as evidenced in the clinical record.
Completes required paperwork to ensure charging and billing processes are accurately executed, including, but not limited to, documents that support charges entered, care within insurance coverage parameters, required insurance forms completed etc. Takes action to address inconsistencies in insurance coverage and desired plan of care requirements. Participates in in-service training programs for our customers including, but not limited to Rehabilitation, Medical, Nursing staff, volunteers, community groups, etc.
Maintains and enhances personal knowledge as well as promotes standards in physical therapy.
Proactively engages in the marketing and promotion of Rehab services including, but not limited to, developing specialized areas of service, participating in public health fairs, medical community, etc.
Carries out a variety of patient related health assessments including, but not limited to, PT/INR, blood pressure, etc.
Carries out a variety of patient related procedures including, but not limited to, staple/suture removal, wound care, etc.
Communicates changes in patient care schedules to scheduler and supervisor in a timely manner.
Completes OASIS time points in accordance with agency, State and Federal guidelines, regulations and policies.
Works collaboratively with QI staff to maximize accuracy of clinical notes and OASIS documents.
As necessary, assesses patients' needs for HCA services, develops and coordinates POC with patient/care giver, and provides on-going supervision in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
Coordinates safe patient discharges and/or transfers (or upon knowledge of) and ensures all appropriate paperwork and patient information is processed in accordance with department policies and procedures, and State and Federal regulations.
Shift: M - F 8am to 4pm with 2-3 weekend days required
Specialty Type: Rehabilitation Therapy
Physical Therapist