The Physical Therapist I is responsible for establishing quality care for the patients sent to Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center, supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapy Techs and establishing appropriate goals and implementation in patient care.
Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities:
- Performs patient evaluations, formulates plans, and provides direct patient care and supervise Physical Therapy Techs and Physical Therapy Assistants.
- Appropriately documents patient evaluations and progress notes for all patients.
- Appropriately documents patient evaluations and progress on a daily basis.
- Sends initial evaluations and progress reports in a timely fashion.
- Aids in implementation of new policies and procedures.
- Addresses pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient and family concerns, demonstrating specific knowledge of the needs, development and care and/or treatment of the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient population.
- Completes continuing competence for a two (2) year renewal period.
- Notifies AZ Board with name and address change within 30 days.
- Adheres to applicable State of Arizona licensure statutes and applicable national standards such as but not limited to American Physical Therapists Association (APTA) as required to maintain professional designation.
- Effective communication with patients, families, and staff.
- Maintains a safe and clean environment in the Physical Therapy department.
- Promotes the Patient Safety Standards as a core value of the organization.
- Keeps patients informed about their care and treatment plan.
Secondary Functions / Responsibilities:
- Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and in-services, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars.
- Reviews department and association wide policies and procedures annually. Develops and maintains new policies and procedures as needed.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Additional / Seasonal Responsibilities:
- Special projects as assigned, such as but not limited to chart audits, training within the department or organization, etc.
Abilities:
- Presents a professional image in apparel and appearance, neat and clean, with name badge highly visible.
- Treats the people we serve as guests by being courteous, making eye contact, smiling, introducing yourself, and addressing people by name whenever possible.
- Answers the telephone with a “smile”. Identify yourself and ask how you can help the caller.
- Listens to one another and to the people we serve, then responds promptly and reliably.
- Ability to perform all duties of a Physical Therapy Assistant.
- Demonstrated competence in: Biofeedback, Ultrasound, Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation, Functional Electrical Stimulation, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation, Cervical Traction, Moist Hot Pack Machine, Cold Pack Machine, Pool, Whirlpool, Iontophoresis, Ultraviolet Therapy, Paraffin, Dynamometer and Goniometer, Low Level Laser Light Therapy.
- Demonstrated competence in exercise machines: Hydrofitness, Stair Climber, Bikes, Treadmills, Ellipticals, Nu-Steps, Ultrasound Machine, SciFit, Hoist Machines (Leg Press, Lateral Pull Down, Pulleys), Chest Press, Row, Knee Extension, Ab Crunches.
- Expertise in at least one specialty area of physical therapy including but not limited to: Pediatrics, Gender Healthcare, Geriatrics, Wound Care, Cardiopulmonary, Hand Therapy, Vestibular, Lymphedema, and Neurological Rehabilitation.
- Must read, write, speak, and understand English.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Daily supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapy Techs within scope of practice.
Work Environment
At Summit Healthcare, our mission statement is that we are trusted to provide exceptional, compassionate care close to home. Our vision is to be the healthcare system of choice.
To uphold our mission and vision statements, we expect all employees to practice SHINE Behavioral standards:
- Always SHINE – show respect and be kind.
- Always work together – we are on the same team.
- Always serve others – no job is beneath you.
- Always maintain high standards of quality and safety – best practice every time.
- Always communicate clearly – be compassionate.
- Always practice integrity – maintain confidentiality.
- Always be accountable – take responsibility.
- Always empower – create an environment of success.
- Always excel – don’t settle for mediocrity.
- Always promote wellness – make choices for a healthy lifestyle.
Physical Demands
Exerts 30 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The worker is subject to contact with chemicals, contact with infectious fluids, constant standing, and encounters with upset/disturbed individuals
Physical motions include finger dexterity, standing, walking, stooping, crawling, talking, reaching, feeling, sitting, bending, kneeling, climbing, grasping, listening/hearing, handling, lifting up to 50-100 pounds, and repetitive motions of the hands, wrists, and feet.
Required Education and Experience
- Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
- Licensed in the state of Arizona.
- CPR/BLS certification (within 30 days of hire).
- ACLS certification.
OSHA Exposure Category:
Involves no regular exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, but may require unplanned tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
This is a safety sensitive position.