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Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Physical Therapist completes initial assessments, ongoing assessments and provides skilled therapeutic interventions to patients through the use of their educational knowledge, skill, and ability. This may involve outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics and off-site locations. Services the patients as a part of the entire continuum of professional care.
Essential Job Functions- Evaluates patients, gathering pertinent information from various sources, and develops an appropriate treatment plan with specific goals. Responsible for ongoing assessment, efficiency of treatment plan and revisions of plan as needed.
- Provides direct therapy to patients daily following patient's plan of care and current standards of practice for Physical Therapy . Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures to patients and family.
- Maintains accurate and concise records on treatment provided and patient's progress. Documents all care provided, coordination of services, orders, goals, etc. in the patient's electronic medical record in an accurate and timely manner. Provides timely co-signature for supervised physical therapy assistants, if applicable
- Maintains set level of productivity without jeopardizing quality. Delivers efficient and effective care to patients meeting and exceeding department standards.
- Maintains departmental policies and procedures regarding safety, infection control, time off requests and timecard recording. This will include all necessary education and yearly compliance requirements.
- Supervises the physical therapist assistant's treatment interventions and professional growth.
- May precept in the direction and evaluation of clinical experience / internship of students from participating colleges or universities.
- Promotes rehabilitation services and wellness center activities with patients, family and caregivers, if applicable.
- Coordinates with other disciplines, agencies/companies, families, etc. to ensure that the care needs of the patient are met.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of current practice or meet all qualifications for traineeship or temporary license in the state of current practice (required)
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)
Work Experience 2 years of experience in equivalent setting (preferred)
Training None
Language None
Patient Population X Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
X Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
X Neonates (0-4 weeks)
X Infant (1-12 months)
X Pediatrics (1-12 years)
X Adolescents (13-17 years)
X Adults (18-64 years)
X Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Not applicable to this position
Working Conditions X Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
X Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.
X General office environment.
X May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
X May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
X May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.
X May be required to use physical restraints.
X May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.
X May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
X May have periods of constant interruptions.
X Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
X Prolonged periods of working alone may be possible
Other:
Not applicable to this position
Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Physical Requirements Physical Demands Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X X
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X
Stoop, Kneel X
Crawling X
Climbing X
Balance X
Bending X
Work Position Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Sitting X
Walking X
Standing X X
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards Physical Requirements X Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
X Maneuver weight of patients
X Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
X Reach above shoulder
X Repetitive arm/hand movements
X Finger Dexterity
X Color Vision
X Acuity - far
X Acuity - near
Not applicable to this position
Hazards Depth perception
X Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
X Exposure to dust/fumes
X Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
X Gaseous risk exposure
Other:
Not applicable to this position
Skills Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:
- Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
- Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
- Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.
Soft/Interpersonal Skills:
- Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.
- Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.
- Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
- Effective organizational and time management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection prevention standards.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality of all work related and sensitive information.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with people of various cultural and educational backgrounds
Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
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