Position Summary / Career Interest:

• Conducts Physical Therapy evaluation in accordance with education training professional codes of ethics and standards and department policy and procedure. Conducts patient interview and performs evaluation which consists of patient tests measurements and assessments. Analyzes evaluation findings to identify disabilities and establish indications for a Physical Therapy treatment program. Plans treatment programs based on assessment of available patient data. Establishes and communicates appropriate discharge plan based on prior level of function medical condition financial situation etc.
• Establishes and carries out treatment programs based on evaluation results and ongoing reassessments of the patient. Administers Physical Therapy treatment which may include but is not limited to functional mobility training (ambulation training transfer training bed mobility training wheelchair mobility training) balance training range of motion exercises and/or stretching muscle re-education therapeutic exercise to improve or maintain muscle function (isometric progressive-resistive functional activities) using weights pulleys exercise apparatus assistive and supportive devices application of physical agents (light heat water and electrical stimulation) joint mobilization traction massage and hydrotherapy for the cleaning and debridement of burns and open wounds. May apply dressings depending on situation.
• Evaluates effects of treatments and adjusts treatments to achieve optimal benefits and is responsible for recommending adaptive and assistive equipment.
• Educates patient and family in a timely and appropriate manner. Informs patient and family of problems goals estimated completion date and treatment plan. Instructs patient and family in home management procedures and discharge recommendations.
• Confers with physicians and other health care practitioners to obtain additional patient information suggest revisions in treatment programs and integrate Physical Therapy treatment with other aspects of patient health care.
• Manages patient schedule to maximize efficiency and productivity (toward 70% billable time target) and works to reduce cancellations and other situations that reduce the ability to meet patients needs.
• Prepares written documentation pertaining to patient evaluation and treatment sessions per Department Policy and Procedure. Records the initial functional and clinical status of the patient in the evaluation report which also includes problems goals estimated completion date and treatment plan. Records progress of the patient through daily and weekly progress reports. Records the discharge status of the patient through completion of a discharge report.
• Outpatient charts are neat and contain all required referrals forms and information based on the patients case. Completes charges accurately and in a timely manner.
• Completes and hands in end user audit reports and volume reports on the date of service and completes accurate charging of patient based on services provided number of evaluations screens and hours in meetings and number of visits units billed and cancellations
• Supervises work of Rehabilitation Aides by orienting instructing and directing the work activities of Rehabilitation Aides as pertains to their assistance in patient treatment programs and department operations. Evaluates and plans treatment programs for patients assigned to Physical Therapist Assistants and is available for re-evaluation of these patients. Reviews all weekly progress and discharge reports.
• Must be able to perform the professional clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

• Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy

• Previous healthcare experience

• CPR/ AED/ BLS - Other BLS within 14 days
• Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) - State Board of Healing Arts upon Hire

Time Type:

Job Requisition ID:

Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) national origin ancestry age disability veteran status genetic information or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity Equity & Inclusion.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link .

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon among other things agreeing to the and signing the agreement to the DRP.

Need help finding the right job

We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.