Job Title: Physical Therapist Reports to: Facility Rehab Director/Regional Director FLSA Status:NonExempt Classification: Clinical Supervises: Physical Therapist Assistants and Students
Position Summary:Provides Physical Therapy and related services for patients caregiversand facilities in accordance with the principlesand practices of Physical Therapy Guidelines. Provides quality Physical Therapy including: Evaluation of patients development of initial and ongoing treatments and discharge plans supervision of assistantsand participationin case management. Represents a commitment to quality of care in all interactions with patients caregiversand facility staff. Adheres to all state regulations regarding Physical Therapy.
Qualifications Required: Successful completion of an accredited Physical Therapy Program ValidPhysical TherapyLicense to practice in appropriate state(s) Effective written and verbal communication skills Effective leadership and customer relations skills Ability to exercise mature judgment with initiative in analyzing and solving problems Individuals who perform home health services must have current drivers license vehicle insurance and First Aid/CPR certification
Essential Functionsand Responsibilities: Assures of doctors orders Provides Physical Therapy screening and evaluation to determine patients current physical status Develops and implements treatment plans that focus on functional and measurable outcomes and adheres to professional standards of practice Oversees and participates in the maintenance of therapy records Ensures availability of supplies and equipment Maintains appropriate patient schedule as per established guidelines Provides documentation to maintain quality of the medical records as it relates to reimbursement guidelines accuracy of billing informationand facility requirements Participatesin patient familyand facility meetingsas appropriate Follows administrative policies and procedures including those related to emergency procedures infectious disease controland safety Coordinates and/or participates in training programs for facility staff residents families and rehabilitation staff Initiates new program development with focus on functional outcomes to improve the quality of lifeof facility residents Participates in continuous quality improvement Patient lifting using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift; must be capable of easily lifting 50 pounds of dead weight alone Able to walk bend standand reach consistently during a work day/shift Performs other related duties as required and assigned
Success Factors/Job Competencies: Results Orientation Meets current objectives and positions the organization for further growth. Completes daily tasks and assignments and processes large volumes of work associated with the operation of the department. Social Sensitivity Builds positive relationships based on respect for others. Demonstrates a helpfulandpositive attitude. Maintains effective communication with peers medical staff patients visitorsand families. Quality Outcomes Meets and exceeds expectations of internal and external customers. All organizational and departmental standards regarding quality of performance aremet. Demonstrates a strong commitment to confidentiality. Participates in quality improvement programs as directed. Safe Working Environment Demonstrates an awareness ofand adherence tosafety and legal requirements established at the facility with an emphasis on maintaining a safe environment for all persons working and living in the facility. Accident/Injury Reporting Reportsany accidents injuries and unsafe equipment and conditions to supervisor by the end of the shift. Unsafe Conditions Immediately reports and correctsif possible unsafe conditions and equipment. Workplace Standards Complieswithrelevant regulations standardsand policies governingsafe workplace environment (OSHA JCAHO etc. Safety Techniques Maintains current knowledge of all aspects of the facilitys safety program by attending safetyrelated trainingas mandatedupon hire and thereafter as required by facility. Education Participates in required inservice and educational programs ona continual basis. Attendance and Punctuality Follows all facility guidelines outlining standards of attendance and punctuality. Responsible for reporting to and completing work at assigned times. Universal Precautions Universal precautions will be observed in order to prevent contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials. Under circumstances in which differentiation between body fluid types is difficult or impossible all body fluids shall be considered potentially infectious materials. All blood or other potentially infectious materials will be considered infectious regardless of the status. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job the employee is consistently required to walk stand sit lift equipment reach with hands and arms stoop talkand hear. Employee must consistently lift and reposition patients.
Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job the employeeshares work space with other employees;thereforethe environment can become crowded and noisy.
General Signoff:The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and procedures while employed.
Jobs are always changing to some degree and the existence of the approved job description is not intended to limit normal change and growth. Summit Carewill advise employees of any changes in their job duties. We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race marital status sex age color religion national origin veteran status disability or any other characteristic protected by law.
|