Physical Therapist

Date: 12/19/2019
Job Code: PTSMED
Job Title: Physical Therapist - Specialist

The Physical Therapist-Specialist is responsible for the development of the Physical Therapy Specialty service line including; clinical protocol development, workflow and patient flow coordination with referring providers, planning/implementing treatment programs, monitoring patient's progress towards treatment goals in addition to directly communicating with referring physicians and accountability for service line performance and improvement.

Job Relationships

•   Reports to the Director of Physical Therapy

Principal Responsibilities

•   Provide immediate support to physicians and patients in a physician clinic setting specific to the area of specialization.

•   Coordinate the care of patients outside the physician clinic specific to their rehabilitation needs.

•   Perform evaluation procedures including: range of motion, circumferential measurements of body parts, neurological and manual muscle testing, motor developmental assessment, and analysis of posture, gait, and functional activities.

•   Interpret evaluation results to determine degree of impairment, aid in differential diagnoses, and assist in establishing and revising the specifics of treatment.

•   Plan treatment programs based upon the patient's complaint, physician referral, review of medical records, and evaluation results.

•   Set appropriate goals for treatment to relieve pain, restore function, and prevent disability.

•   Rule out contra-indications to treatment and recommend necessary changes.

•   Perform electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, cryotherapy, traction and massage techniques following established procedures and within limits set by patient condition and tolerance.

•   Administer therapeutic exercises to improve posture, strength, range of motion, coordination, and endurance.

•   Provide fitting and application of recommended orthotic devices.

•   Instruct patients in the use of assistive devices and physical therapy procedures to be continued at home.

•   Monitor the effects of treatment and modify techniques to achieve maximum benefit.

•   Document initial evaluation and progress report for patient's medical record.

•   Verbally report progress or changes in patient's condition to the referring physician as appropriate.

•   Validate treatment given for accurate completion of the charge ticket.

•   Provide input or timely scheduling for patients.

•   Provide direction and supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants and other supportive personnel.

•   Maintain professional mannerism.

•   Maintain clean, neat and orderly work environment.

•   Attempt to provide for patient comfort and modesty.

•   Communicate tactfully in person or by telephone.

•   Economically utilize supplies.

•   Help to maintain equipment and notify the Director of problems.

•   Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedure codes.

•   File incident reports for any event in which the individual or facility might be subject to liability.

•   Notify the Director of any situation, which warrants consideration beyond the Staff Physical Therapist's duties and responsibilities.

•   Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.

•   Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.

•   Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.

•   Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

•   Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy.

Licenses/Certificates

•   Licensed by the State of Illinois (PT).

•   CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

•   Preferred to be a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, but not required.

•   Kinesiotaping, LSVT BIG certification for treatment of Parkinson's, Graston Technique, Sports Medicine, McKenzie Method for back pain, Lymphedema Management, Women's/Men's Health, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Dry Needling, ASTYM, ISTYM, CSCS and BFR (Blood Flow Restriction).

Working Environment

•   Extensive walking, standing, kneeling and heavy lifting.

PHI/Privacy Level

•   HIPAA1