PHYSICAL THERAPIST 2 (PER DIEM)

University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA

3d•$48 - $71•Onsite

About The Position

PHYSICAL THERAPIST 2 UWMC OUTPATIENT THERAPY CLINIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical therapy evaluation and intervention to patients referred by a licensed provider. Administers treatments and physical agents as determined by the evaluation in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Documents appropriately and accurately with regard to content and timeliness (following the policies of the Physical Therapy department and UW Medical Center). Supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (PTA, Medical Assistant, PT Aide, etc.). Participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in Quality Improvement activities. Assists in evaluating department performance versus budget controls and takes appropriate action to remain in budget guidelines. Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis. Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs. Directs Physical Therapist Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides and Medical Assistants. Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect, communicates with physician and other team members as needed. Ability to perform an appropriate evaluation on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments as per policy. This includes adolescent, geriatric patients and the general patient population. Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates knowledge of physical therapy interventions. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team. Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed. Maintains records pertinent to personnel and operation of the department. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Assists with orientation and in-service training, participates in guidance and educational programs. Meets daily productivity requirement of 5.5 billed hours per 8 hours worked/day or 68.75%. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Current Washington State license to practice as a Physical Therapist.
A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized school of physical therapy, or completion of a Physical Therapy program and one year relevant experience.
OR Equivalent education/experience.
Possess physical ability to move patients and equipment.

Responsibilities

Responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical therapy evaluation and intervention to patients referred by a licensed provider.
Administers treatments and physical agents as determined by the evaluation in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability.
Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.
Documents appropriately and accurately with regard to content and timeliness (following the policies of the Physical Therapy department and UW Medical Center).
Supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (PTA, Medical Assistant, PT Aide, etc.).
Participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in Quality Improvement activities.
Assists in evaluating department performance versus budget controls and takes appropriate action to remain in budget guidelines.
Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis.
Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs.
Directs Physical Therapist Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides and Medical Assistants.
Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect, communicates with physician and other team members as needed.
Ability to perform an appropriate evaluation on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments as per policy.
Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate.
Demonstrates knowledge of physical therapy interventions.
Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
Maintains department cleanliness and safety.
Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team.
Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
Maintains records pertinent to personnel and operation of the department.
Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
Documentation meets current standards and policies.
Assists with orientation and in-service training, participates in guidance and educational programs.
Meets daily productivity requirement of 5.5 billed hours per 8 hours worked/day or 68.75%.
Performs other related duties as assigned.