Physical Therapist

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Under the supervision of the Director of the facility, PT will obtain the patient's medical history, evaluate and administer treatment pursuant to the physical referral and assist in the total rehabilitation of the patient. Graduate from an accredited college with an American Physical Therapy Association curriculum for entry level PT. One plus years of exp within a private clinic or hospital.

Current certificate of registration/licensure in the state in which practicing. CPR certification.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: VP, Physician Practice Operations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Initial patient care to include:

· Performing evaluations to determine the degree of physical limitations, dysfunction or compensation

· Determining the potential for rehabilitation and resolution of identifiable problems

· Establishing and initiating the plan of care in accordance with referral source’s guidelines

2. Provides appropriate therapy including but not limited to: modalities, manual techniques, exercise programs, durable medical equipment, assistive devices, splints, orthotics, wound care, iontophoresis, phonophoresis, neuromuscular and sensory re-education, and activities of daily living.

3. Re-assesses and initiates therapy modifications in accordance with evaluation results, patient/employer needs, and/or insurance protocols.

4. Instructs patients, family members, or significant others in home exercise programs or modalities to be completed outside the clinical setting.

5. Participates in-patient and industrial education programs, which teach body mechanics, proper posture, spine care, proper seating, stretching and warm-ups, prevention of injury and possible pre-employment screening.

6. Performs all required specific testing, which includes, but is not limited to: range of motion, manual muscle testing, neurological testing, capacity evaluations and work site evaluations.

7. Consults and communicates with physicians, occupational and safety nurses, employers, family, insurance adjusters, and claim agents.

EDUCATION:

· Graduate of an accredited program of Physical Therapy culminating in a minimum of Bachelor of Science degree, Master’s degree preferred.

· Current Physical Therapy License and CPR certification required.

· Minimum of six months of acute care or homecare experience.

· Excellent, in-depth knowledge of physiological functions and processes as they relate to issues of patient care.

· Experience in health promotion, maintenance, and prevention at every stage of growth and development.

· Committed to exceeding quality standards and providing exceptional patient care

KNOWLEDGE:

1. Knowledge of clinic policies and procedures.

2. Knowledge of managed care contracts and utilization.

3. Knowledge of computer systems, programs and spreadsheet applications.

4. Knowledge of medical terminology.

SKILLS:

1. Skill in gathering and reporting claim information.

2. Skill in solving utilization problems.

3. Skill in written and verbal communication and customer relations.

ABILITIES:

1. Ability to work with effectively with medical staff and external agencies.

2. Ability to identify, analyze and solve claim problems.

3. Ability to communicate in English effectively through verbal and written means.

4. Ability to work under stress and in emergency situations.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:
Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
• And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc.

Furthermore, our organizationiscommitted to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.

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