| Location | Montgomery, AL |
PRN Physical Therapist - Montgomery, AL.
Lomac Road and Taylor Road location
Position Title: Physical Therapist
Supervisor Title: Director
POSITION GOAL
To provide the highest level of patient care by assessing, interpreting, planning and implementing prescribed physical therapy treatment plans.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plan and administer medically prescribed physical therapy (PT) treatments for patients suffering from injuries/disease to restore function, prevent disability, and relieve pain.
• Perform evaluations/re-eval and establish plan of care for patients.
• Consult with physicians and/or other departments about the impact of rehabilitation on patient health status.
• Consult with insurance companies on patient’s behalf to increase patient care.
• Document findings, treatments, and other patient information for medical record as necessary.
• Bill patients according to proper procedures.
• Educate patient/family on appropriate care and use of various therapies and/or exercises.
• Serve as an educational resource for patients, families, and other members of the therapy staff.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
• Maintain HIPPA and abide by appropriate state Ethics laws.
• Perform appropriate wound care and assessment to enhance surgical outcomes.
• Provide documentation with appropriate progressions in a timely and efficient manner.
• Stay up to date on appropriate protocols for patient population. HUGHSTON RESPONSIBILITIES
• Follow Hughston Philosophy principles and Code of Professional Behavior in everyday tasks.
• Utilize effective communication skills (written and verbal) when interacting with co-workers, other clinic employees, supervisors, and outside vendors.
• Promote Hughston’s role in the community by greeting and interacting with all patients, families, visitors, vendors, and guests in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Provide support or relief for other staff as needed.
• Demonstrate confidentiality in all aspects to include both patient and non-patient issues.
• Reflect Hughston’s values and is sensitive to Hughston’s ethical and compliance principles in daily activities.
• Promote resolution of concerns and conflict by routing through correct mechanism or resolving the situation independently.
• Prioritize daily functions and tasks.
• Display a willingness to put forth effort in problem solving.
Revised 8.01.2025-CD
• Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Essential Functions: Lift and carry 50 pounds, move patients and equipment.
Marginal Functions: Reach for and manipulate equipment and patients, clean equipment, develop and administer home exercise programs, fold laundry, stock medical supplies.
Accommodations: None.
Environmental Factors: General medical clinic environment. OSHA Category: I
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Experience Required: None.
Preferred: One (1) year of PT experience.
Education Required: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
Special Qualifications:
Required: May require working at multiple locations, Valid Driver’s License, satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR) and proof of insurance required for position on-boarding.
Annual MVR may be required per policy and procedure; background reports may be ran as needed throughout the course of employment.
Must have a current state Physical Therapy license.
Current BLS certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Outside Relationships: Must be able to relate professionally with patients, patient’s family members, facility staff and physicians.
Interaction with other Departments: All hospital and clinical departments.