Outpatient Physical Therapist - Ortho - Anthem

HonorHealth•Anthem, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Outpatient Physical Therapist evaluates, administers, and oversees evidence-based physical therapy services for individuals with physical disabilities or functional limitations. The role uses specialized skills to prevent dysfunction, restore function, and/or slow the progression of pathology, helping patients improve movement and daily living skills. The therapist develops and updates individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients and families to support a return to the patient’s prior level of function. Services are provided in accordance with physician referral guidelines, state and national standards, regulatory requirements, and departmental policies. The position also requires strong customer service and concise, tactful communication with physicians, colleagues, caregivers, family members, patients, and other healthcare providers. The role is based at the Medical Office Building at 3654 W Anthem Way in Anthem, Arizona. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The posting advertises a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university approved by the APTA, required before starting employment.
Current license in good standing issued by the Arizona Board of Physical Therapy and/or PT Compact licensure, required upon hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited university approved by the APTA.
Six months of experience.
For a network float position, six months of recent experience.
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) certificate.

Responsibilities

Implement individualized treatment plans using skilled, evidence-based techniques, including therapeutic exercise, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, and modalities as indicated.
Provide verbal and written instructions to patients, caregivers, and family members as needed.
Maintain current knowledge of physical therapy techniques and applicable DNV and Medicare requirements through continuing education and professional resources.
Evaluate patients according to Department Operating Policy; synthesize evaluation data, identify treatment diagnoses, and establish comprehensive plans with measurable, functional goals and a defined discharge plan.
Evaluate patients’ responses to treatment on an ongoing basis and document to support effective and appropriate services.
Maintain accurate and current medical-record documentation, including evaluations, daily treatment notes, updated plans of care, progress reports, discharge summaries, and daily patient charges.
Complete billing and billing sheets according to department procedures and deadlines, and use resources effectively and efficiently.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and appropriate medical personnel regarding treatment plans, patient status, needs, and discharge plans.
Provide timely feedback to case managers and other key personnel about discharge needs, including recommended level of care and equipment needs when appropriate.
Participate in interdisciplinary rounds when indicated and communicate to support optimal treatment outcomes and collaborative staff relationships.
Delegate appropriate patients to physical therapist assistants, supervise care delivered by therapist assistants and assistive personnel, and provide them with updated treatment plans and instructions.
Serve as a resource on therapy-related issues for assistive personnel and staff from other departments.
Assist in identifying department needs and process improvements.
Support recruitment and retention through positive role-modeling and peer relationships.
Participate in departmental and interdepartmental meetings, in-services, utilization review programs, committees, and student preceptor or mentor programs.