Outpatient Ortho Physical Therapist FT, Day

Prisma Health•Columbia, SC

About The Position

Plans and implements individualized physical therapy treatment programs and participates in clinical and operational functions for the department, hospital, and corporation. Provides direction, assistance, supervision, and mentorship to Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, students, and therapy aides in patient care. Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Joint Commission guidelines. The role requires advanced clinical and interpersonal skills and behaviors that support the purpose of the department and hospital. The Physical Therapist evaluates and reassesses patients, develops and revises plans of care, delivers appropriate interventions, monitors progress, and contributes to discharge planning. The role also includes patient and caregiver education, interdisciplinary coordination, timely and accurate documentation, equipment and supply care, productivity and charge documentation, participation in meetings and training, and support for department and corporate initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy.
State PT licensure from the Board of PT Examiners or PT Compact Commission.
Demonstrated clinical competency based on the patient's age.
No previous experience required.

Responsibilities

Perform initial physical therapy evaluations and re-evaluations, and develop individualized plans of care.
Select, perform, and interpret examinations and standardized evaluations of neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems.
Identify actual or potential problems affecting the treatment plan or the patient's overall plan of care.
Set specific, measurable treatment goals and design interventions appropriate to the patient's age, education, and cultural background.
Coordinate treatment plans with other services and revise plans as indicated by patient status and progress.
Implement and manage comprehensive treatment plans and participate in patient discharge planning.
Use physical therapy techniques appropriately, with flexibility and creativity, and maintain safety for patients, others in the treatment area, and self.
Communicate and coordinate with others involved in patient care to support interdisciplinary care.
Educate and train patients, families, and caregivers about diagnoses, progress, treatment, and long-term functional outcomes; provide educational materials as indicated.
Provide information about discharge and follow-up services, including referrals to community resources when appropriate.
Complete plans of care and patient/family education documentation; document assessment, planning, treatment, and discharge accurately, legibly, and promptly in the medical record.
Maintain clear treatment notes, appropriate medical terminology, and documentation that complies with chart review audit requirements.
Attend staff and team meetings and mandatory in-services; complete assignments in a timely and thorough manner.
Assist with care and maintenance of departmental equipment and supplies.
Complete charge and productivity documentation and enter charges accurately and promptly.
Follow department policies and procedures, support team members respectfully, and use sound judgment in communication and conduct.
Assume additional team or department responsibilities as assigned by department leadership.
Supervise and mentor Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, and Rehab Aides; delegate tasks appropriately and provide professional, constructive performance feedback.
Supervise assigned Physical Therapy students, participate in orientation, and provide learning experiences, feedback, and timely evaluations.
Meet team and department productivity standards and follow scheduling standards that support appropriate productivity.
Establish annual goals related to corporate and department initiatives, provide information on progress toward goals, and support corporate leadership initiatives.
Seek consultation or supervision when appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.