Physical therapist clinical resident

American Addiction Centers•Wauwatosa, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time Physical Therapist Clinical Resident position within the Outpatient Rehabilitation department. The role involves evaluating patients, developing and implementing care plans, documenting patient progress, and educating patients and families. The resident will also direct and supervise support staff and students. The position requires a Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, a license as a Physical Therapist, and BLS certification. No prior work experience is required. The role involves operating specialized equipment and requires knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology. Physical demands include sitting, standing, walking, occasional climbing, kneeling, twisting, bending, crouching, crawling, and reaching overhead. Lifting up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally is required, with the ability to laterally transfer 100 pounds rarely. Demonstrating exercises and using personal protective equipment are also part of the role. The work environment is fast-paced and primarily indoors, with occasional outdoor work.

Requirements

Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school or educational requirements commensurate with the date of graduation
Licensed Physical Therapist in the State upon which you work
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (obtained within 90 days unless department leader has determined is not required) by American Heart Association (AHA)
Ability to operate expertly the ultrasound equipment with specialized Cardiology software and a desktop computer is required.
Advanced knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, physiology and pathology as related to cardiac circulation required
Sitting, standing, and walking are required throughout the day.
Job duties sometimes require climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, bending; on occasion, crouching, crawling and reaching overhead.
Lifting of patients, equipment or supplies will be required up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.
Able to laterally transfer patients 100 pounds rarely.
Must be able to demonstrate any appropriate exercise and activities to patients/caregivers.
Personal Protective Equipment such as gloves, goggles, gowns, and masks are sometimes required due to possible exposure to hazardous chemicals or blood and body fluids.

Nice To Haves

Maintains continuing education requirements as mandated by applicable state professional standards

Responsibilities

Evaluates patients, selects and administers assessment techniques, synthesizes information to establish appropriate patient care plan to include necessary modalities, procedures, exercise programs, therapeutic groups and patient education as warranted by a holistic view of the patient's diagnosis, condition, age, and discharge needs
Gathers and interprets appropriate data from the medical record, physician reports, patient, and/or family as evidenced by documentation.
Documents evaluations, tests, progress notes, daily treatment notes, attendance records, patient/family education, outcomes, discharge notes, and charges as needed.
Communicates patient's evaluation and subsequent progress to physician, referral sources, and other clinical staff, coordinates patient's schedule and treatment programs, and discharge planning.
Provides and documents patient and family education in regard to deficits, progress toward goals, and therapeutic techniques, with individualized instruction for a home program including equipment use.
Directs and supervises activities of Physical Therapist Assistant, Physical Therapy Technician, students, and volunteers and assists with orienting new and rotating staff.