Job Title: Physical Therapist
Department: Therapy
Supervisor: Director of Rehabilitation
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), Spinal Cord Injuries, and Neurological Disorders.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Provides patient assessment, care planning, direct treatment, and consultation to a general rehab caseload.
Participates in the clinical team process. Provides teaching and training to caregiver staff. Involvement in clinical
program development. Supervises other licensed therapists, assistants, technicians, aides, and students as
required. In programs with two or more physical therapists/assistants, may provide additional administrative
duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Direct supervision from Director of Rehab
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
May supervise PTs, PTAs, PT Aides, Rehab Techs and/or Rehab Aides and students involved in the Program.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Screens patients.
Evaluates patients and develops appropriate plans of care.
May perform additional assigned administrative duties such as: assigning and overseeing patient care activities,
medical record oversight, assuring execution of physician orders, ordering supplies, etc.
Under a physician's order, provides direct patient treatment in accordance with an established plan of care.
Treatment venue includes one-on-one, supervised and group.
Contributes to the team meeting and decision-making process as defined by the program.
Provides consultation and training to patients, families, and care givers.
Monitors efficiencies on an ongoing basis in collaboration with supervisor.
Documents activities according to the company's clinical documentation system on a timely basis.
Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of reimbursement regulations.
Communicates effectively with patients, families, care givers, team members, customers, and supervisor.
Promotes positive customer relations.
Provides appropriate consultation to the facility.
May participate in clinical program development and implementation.
Participates in the training and orientation of other staff.
May participate in the interview process for new staff.
May participate in census building and marketing activities.
Demonstrates an ability for continuous new learning to remain current in the field.
Participates in quality improvement activities.
Ensure the delivery of quality services and/or outcomes required to meet or exceed the expectations of those
utilizing or impacted by the department.
Exhibits courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, care givers, visitors, physicians,
administrators, and co-workers.
The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as
identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be involved in the
position.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Demands
Work is performed in the Rehabilitation Department, patient care units, and in the community (community integration
outings, appointments, etc.). Occasional exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, anti-neoplastic
pharmaceuticals and other materials and substances that may be used in patient care or in the patient care unit.
Essential Physical Demands
Frequent physical effort with medium to heavy objects. Transferring patients weighing between 100 to
350 lbs is frequently required.
Standing and walking for significant amounts of time is necessary.
Good hearing and verbal skills required for directing staff, customer relations and marketing activities.
Manual dexterity required for documentation needs, for manipulation of equipment and for direct patient care.
Good visual skills required for patient assessment, documentation, and report analysis.
Essential Mental Demands
Requires intense attention and concentration.
Ability to cope with periodic stress associated with changing census and staffing demands.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively for self and others.
Ability to deal with a wide range of personality types, ages and diverse cultural backgrounds.
Ability to articulate and comprehend the English Language.
Bi-lingual skills may be required for certain client facilities.
External and internal candidates, as well as, position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the
essential job specific functions (listed within each job specific responsibility) either unaided or with the assistance of a
reasonable accommodation to be determined by the company on a case-by-case basis.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCED REQUIRED
Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy and Professional Licensure
in the state of hire..
Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to utilize independent and effective clinical judgment, problem-solving and decision-making
skills.
Utilizes effective time management skills.
Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff
and customers.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Benefits
Competitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Comprehensive healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision).
Retirement savings plan (401k) with company matching.
Paid time off and holidays.
Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
A positive and supportive work environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Join our team
and contribute to the promotion of high-quality healthcare services to the community. |
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