Physical Therapist - Outpatient Therapy Clinic (PRN)

Physical Therapist- Acute- PRN

A Physical Therapist provides services to patients who have impairments, functional limitations, or changes in physical function from injury, disease, or other causes. A Physical Therapist performs evaluations and establishes plans of care for patients based upon age specific considerations and patient/family goals in various treatment arenas. The physical therapist continually assesses the treatment program and patient's discharge planning needs, recommending changes to the program as appropriate. Supervises physical therapist assistants or rehab techs as assigned, participates actively in work process and program development to enhance the work environment, and participates in other duties as assigned. Utilizes time efficiently and effectively. Adheres to scheduling and productivity guidelines. Staff schedules require flexibility as they are dependent on patient care needs, which may include weekend and evening hours as necessary, to meet demand in their primary area or the needs across the system. Promotes and attend community outreach events as necessary.

Essential Job Functions

Documents on the white boards in the patient rooms to improve and aid in interdisciplinary communication and continuity of care (where applicable by location).

Understands and upholds the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Demonstrates and adhere to the missions, vision, and values in all aspects of position.

Performs clinical responsibilities in a manner that provides effective age- specific patient care while achieving optimal outcomes.

Adheres to ethical and legal practice standards.

Maintains records that are accurate, concise, timely and legible in accordance with System, IT or Payor policies.

Educates all patients and families in a manner consistent with their level of understanding and therapeutic needs.

Captures maximum revenue for quality services provided while maintaining established standards of care where applicable.

Promotes continual performance improvement both within the Rehabilitation department and throughout Independence Health System.

Collaborates with patients, families, and other health team members to provide excellence in patient care.

Participates actively in the ongoing development of new therapy programs and in the enhancement of established programs.

Implements a self-directed plan for professional development to maintain licensure.

Upholds fiscal and operational responsibility.

Understand and facilitate obtaining authorizations in conjunction with revenue specialist where applicable.

Understanding & working knowledge of insurances and their documentation, authorization and billing framework and requirements.

Communicates to lead/leadership any changes or volume in census that will impact daily productivity of the clinic.

Participates in supervision of students as appropriate.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications/Experience

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy or higher level of education.

Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of functional area.

Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Strong time management and ability to work independently and in a team setting; creativity in treatment in various settings; ability to transition smoothly between various treatment settings; flexibility in scheduling.

Demonstrate understanding of current billing requirements and adherence to payor guidelines as applicable.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

Master's degree or DPT preferred.

Knowledge and Application of Microsoft Office software.

Knowledge of Internet and appropriate usage; Research experience

Previous clinical experience/knowledge, certification, or interest in developing skills in specialty treatment programs including, Lymphedema, Hand Therapy, Aquatics, Occupational Medicine, Concussive/vestibular, and/or Sports Medicine, Women's Health, Neuro.

One (1) three (3) years' experience in healthcare setting.

Experience in Healthcare setting.

License, Certification & Clearances

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.

Act 33 with renewal

Act 34 with renewal

Act 73 FBI Clearance

Current license as a Physical Therapist in Pennsylvania or eligible for licensure in State of Pennsylvania

Graduate Therapist is expected to sit for the licensure exam at the soonest availability, not to exceed six (6) months following date of hire.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).

Travel may be expected locally between System locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

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