Physical Therapist

Job Description | Physical Therapist

Title:

Physical Therapist

ID:

076

Department:

Clinical Team

Location:

TBD

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Reporting To:

Clinic Director

Position Summary

This licensed, professional position is responsible for physical therapy evaluation and assessment, treatment planning and implementation, education and coaching, and graduation (discharge) planning for patients in accordance with established clinical policies while maintaining the highest degree of quality care.

As a member of the patient's health care team, the Physical Therapist assumes responsibility for communication of patient-related issues with other providers involved in the patient's care and other clinic staff. A Physical Therapist contributes to the growth of the clinic through various relationship-building efforts by providing stellar service to all customers. Ultimately, a Physical Therapist collaborates with patients on defining and achieving their goals and reaching clinical outcomes.

Core Values

We have compassion for others and it shows in what we do.

We support a culture of learning.

We honor our legacy by embracing ownership and individual opportunity.

We are leaders in the markets we serve.

We promote health and well-being.

We are driven to do the right thing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Demonstrates competency in providing quality physical therapy services to a wide variety of patients including evaluation, intervention, education, treatment planning and implementation, graduation (discharge) planning, related documentation, and communication.Evaluates physical and functional status, as well as cognitive, psychological, and perceptual ability to determine the patient's capabilities to function (safely). Demonstrates competency with identification of medical, social, and emotional factors influencing patient's status and appropriately and promptly refers to additional care.Documents all evaluations, treatment, and coordination of care contacts via appropriate facility policies. Completes documentation (including daily notes, evaluation, and status reports to referral sources) accurately and timely (per clinic policies) and reflects good clinical practice as well as appropriate billing and reimbursement requirements.Demonstrates an ability to treat a wide range of diagnoses and be knowledgeable in current therapy treatments, goals, and contraindications for treatment. Seeks consultation, mentorship and/or continuing education when appropriate and to build skills.Provides education and counseling to patient/family regarding treatments and goals, potential safety risks and/or other issues within scope of practice. Teaches home exercise programs and compensatory techniques or skills for reaching individually stated therapy goals. Adheres to company policy relative to development of home exercise programs.Independently manages own case load to maximize effectiveness of overall care plan. Responds to urgent client needs by prioritizing and triaging treatments. Communicates schedule and work plan to Front Office Coordinator, Clinic Director, and other team members as appropriate. Must be able to meet clinic productivity standards.Evaluates, recommends, and assists in obtaining adaptive equipment as needed. Adapts equipment and techniques for use in the home setting to assure optimum function and safety. Provides consultation or makes appropriate referrals regarding resources in the community.Engages in the learning organization aspect of TAI. This may be through, but is not limited to, participation in the post professional mentoring program (entry level, residency, or fellowship), involvement in clinic-specific or company-wide clinical education activities, development and advancement of a personal education plan.Adheres to all policies and procedures including regulatory requirements with regard to infection control, practicing universal precautions, sanitation, and safety and disaster preparedness.Maintains confidentiality of all patient demographic, medical, company and other information. Ensures proper handling, retention and disposal of confidential documents and adheres to all HIPAA rules and regulations.Complies with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and requirements, as well as facility/agency specific policies and procedures.Supports special projects and other designated activities as assigned in support of TAI's mission and core values.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or higher degree in Physical Therapy from an institution accredited by Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.Current State Physical Therapist LicenseCurrent CPR certification.Experience (as a Physical Therapist, Aide, or otherwise) in an outpatient, orthopedic setting preferred.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Communication

Requires ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Team Building/Interpersonal Skills

Demonstrates understanding of and practices the principles of effective teamwork, including maintaining positive, collaborative, and constructive interpersonal relationships.

Work Prioritization/Flexibility/Adaptability

Demonstrates ability to prioritize work assignments and meet productivity and quality standards.

Adapts easily to changes in work assignments and environment and is willing to assume additional responsibility and learn new procedures.

Effective organizational and analytical skills.

Ability to be flexible with schedule, as position may occasionally require extra hours (including evenings or weekends to absorb patient volume and other clinic activities as necessary).

Maintains excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks/projects at one time. Must be self-motivated and possess the ability to work independently in a collaborative setting.

Computer/Office Skills

Ability to use standard office equipment, including personal computers, telephones, copiers, and fax machines.

Basic proficiency with MS Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook required.

Ability to use electronic documentation, HEP, and other patient care systems before, during, and after treatment.

Experience with electronic documentation software and literature search engines preferred.

Therapy Skills

Knowledge of relevant rehabilitation therapy techniques and procedures in respective discipline.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

IN AN 8 HOUR WORKDAY, THIS JOB REQUIRES:

R = RARELY (less than 1/2 hour per day)

O = OCCASIONALLY (1/2 - 2.5 hours per day)

F = FREQUENTLY (2.5 - 5.5 hours per day)

C = CONTINUALLY (5.5 - 8 hours per day)

NA = NOT APPLICABLE

RFCP = REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSECUTIVE PERFORMANCE

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

R

O

F

C

NA

Comments/RFCP

Sitting

X

Driving

X

Stationary standing

X

Walking

X

Ability to be mobile

X

Crouching (bend at knees)

X

Kneeling/Crawling

X

Stooping (bend at waist)

X

Twisting (knees/waist/neck)

X

Turn/Pivot

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Reaching overhead

X

Reaching extension

X

Grasping

X

Pinching

X

Pushing/pulling

typical weight: 20 lbs

X

maximum weight: 60lbs

X

Lifting/carrying

typical weight: 20 lbs

X

maximum weight: 60lbs

X

Other physical demands:

Keyboarding

X

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

R

O

F

C

NA

Comments/RFCP

Talking in person

X

Talking on telephone

X

Hearing in person

X

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

R

O

F

C

NA

Comments/RFCP

Hearing on telephone

X

Sighted

X

Read

X

Write

X

ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING

Comments

Safety requirements (i.e.

Clothing, safety equipment

required, activities performed)

N/A

Exposures (i.e. fumes,

chemicals, vibrations, humidity,

cold, heat, dust, noise, blood &

body fluids)

Work is normally performed in an office type setting and is subject to noise, various room temperatures.

Operation of heavy equipment,

tools, vehicles

N/A

Required hygiene standards

(food handling, clean,

contaminated, and sterile

equipment, etc)

N/A

Other environmental requirements:

N/A

Generally functions in an office

environment; however, may

conduct meetings and other

business in hospital or clinical

settings

N/A

The above is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.