Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist
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$ 83239 - 124880
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Job Description
Position Summary:
The staff physical therapist practices physical therapy which is defined as the evaluation treatment and/or prevention of disability injury disease or other conditions of health using physical chemical and/or mechanical means including but not limited to heat cold light air water sound electricity massage mobilization and therapeutic exercise with and without assistive devices; the performance and interpretation of tests and measurements to assess pathophysiological pathomechanical and developmental deficits of human systems to determine treatment and assist in diagnosis and prognosis.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Understands and adheres to the HospitalsPerformance Standards Policies and Behaviors.
- Performs physical therapy evaluations and treatment procedures upon physicians referral.
- Develops plans of treatment modifies treatment plans /programs as necessary; determines rehabilitation potential and participates in discharge planning.
- Carries out regular assessment/reevaluations and modifies program goals as needed.
- Open to treating infants children and adolescents as requested within professional ability level.
- Under the orders of a qualified ordering provider a Physical Therapist can administer oxygen to the patient during treatment session. In certain situations a physical therapist may titrate the oxygen flow to maintain patients at or above the threshold saturation value when prescribed by a provider in maintenance of a specific oxygen saturation (SpO2 level during rest and activity.
- Notes possible need for patients to receive other services (OT ST SS etc.. Discusses possibility with other professionals physicians.
- Knows and utilizes varied treatment techniques and skills for various problems / disabilities.
- Keeps uptodate records of each patients treatment and progress performing timely reevaluation as necessary and indicated.
- Responsible for scheduling of patients sessions and arranges for transfer of duties in the event of absence.
- Instructs patients in the use and care of equipment and apparatus such as wheelchair braces canes crutches walkers prosthetic and orthotics services.
- Directs and supervises the activities of Physical Medicine Technicians students and volunteers.
- Maintains department equipment; reports defects or problems immediately to supervisor staff.
- Consults with other health related departments (i.e. nursing occupational therapy speech therapy etc. to coordinate therapeutic programs and maintains communication with physicians regarding the patients progress and response to treatment.
- Demonstrates and teaches physical therapy techniques to physical therapy students.
- Participates in periodic assessment of the quality of care provided; makes the suggestion for improvement of quality as needed.
- Attends department meetings allied health conferences. Attends special courses seminars inservice. Reports on relevant course material to staff. Shares areas of special interest or expertise with staff.
- Accepts rotations in assignments to bedside care and outpatient clinic.
- Instructs families about the needs management capabilities and precautions related to the patients care prior to discharge.
- Provides information regarding billing for services and equipment.
- Determines needs for purchase of equipment for patients and department.
- Maintains and carriers out procedures for departmental records charge slips daily statistics etc.
- Attends hospital mandatory inservice programs.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Graduate of an accredited college program in Physical Therapy. B.A./B.S. in Physical Therapy or higher degree.
- New York State license or eligibility for license.
- BLS (through the American Heart Association) is required within 6 months of hire
- Successful completion of orientation program according to department guidelines.
- The ability to interact with others in a constructive manner.
- The ability to promote the availability of quality inservice to staff. Ability to interact with and treat adults and seniors.
Core Competencies:
- Ability to multitask
- Clinical proficiency
- Adaptability and team oriented
- Excellent communication and problemsolving skills
- Planning and organizing
- Pays close attention to detail
- Problemsolving and ability to use good judgment with making decisions.
- Ability to work well under pressure
Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements and Work Environment:
- May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospitals SDS (Safety Data Sheet) database and may be accessed through the hospitals Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS database can also be found at the hospital switchboard saved on a disc.
Primary Population Served:
All populations
he responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of Hospital.
Salary Range:$83239.46$124880.93 (Ranges based on Full Time Hours)
Employment Type
Full-Time
