Physiatrist Needed Part-time (Physician )

Physical Therapist, Part-TimeThe Physical Therapist restores post-surgical patient function, alleviates pain, and prevents disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed physical therapy.Essential FunctionsConducts thorough and precise assessment of patient condition, functional abilities, homebound status, and environmental factors.Provides care in accordance with physician orders, patient condition, accepted standards of practice, and KSSH policies, procedures, and processes.Evaluates effects of physical therapy treatments via observation, notation and evaluation of patient progress; Makes appropriate recommendations for necessary equipment, home modifications, and referrals to Rehab/Skilled Nursing facilities and other therapies as indicated.Completes discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, and other health care workers.Instructs patient, family and/or caregiver in all aspects of patient care.Documents assessments, treatments, re-evaluations, and patient responses to treatment per hospital policies and procedures.Ensures delegated patient care for patients/families is provided according to plans developed by treatment team and within the confines of the applicable practice acts.Demonstrates patient/family focus in the provision of care, adhering to standards.Collaborates with care providers in meeting patient care needs.Supports effective communication through utilizing systems that enable opportunities for input regarding patient care issues.Develops a clinical knowledge base for populations served that is age appropriate, culturally specific and diagnosis appropriate.Actively protects patients and self by following OSHA and other standards reviewed in annual training.Non-Essential DutiesActively supports and upholds the mission and core values of the Hospital.Remains knowledgeable of and follows the policies of the Hospital.Always maintains patient and hospital confidentiality.Qualifications, Education, Experience, and AbilityOne-year Physical Therapist experience required. Ortho, neuro experience preferred.Bachelor of Physical Therapy or Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree from accredited program. (Bachelor's degree is grandfathered by appropriate regulatory agency.)Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.Possession of valid state license as Physical Therapist in the state of Kansas.Environmental and Physical RequirementsThe employee works in a temperature-controlled environment.Employees should be able to lift to 50 pounds using proper lifting technique several times during their shift.Job risks include exposure to blood and body fluids (high), contact with chemicals, and exposure to infectious disease.Candidate must be able to read, write and speak English fluently, and possess communication skills to deal well with employees, patients, families and physicians.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) & Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) StatementOur hospital is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Additionally, we provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application and employment process. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources so that we may engage in an interactive process to determine appropriate accommodation.