Physical Therapist II (Full Time, Lynchburg General Hospital)

Centra Health•Lynchburg, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position evaluates and treats patients who require physical therapy services. The Physical Therapist provides care and billing services in accordance with Virginia licensure requirements and Joint Commission and CMS guidelines. The role includes developing and delivering patient care, documenting services, supporting safe operations, and overseeing clinical care delivered by physical therapy assistants, rehabilitation aides, other support staff, and students.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
Current Virginia physical therapist licensure.
AHA BLS Provider certification.
Two years of experience.
Serve as a Clinical Instructor or precept new employees.

Nice To Haves

May voluntarily pursue certification in an identified specialty area.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients and develop plans of care according to American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) guidelines.
Administer physical therapy treatments appropriate to patients’ diagnoses and APTA guidelines.
Complete discharge planning in accordance with APTA guidelines, consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare workers and contributing to patient care conferences.
Document and charge for patient care services in patient and department records according to federal, state, and local regulations.
Promote infection prevention and safety policies and protocols to protect patients, employees, and visitors.
Meet productivity standards.
Serve as a clinical instructor.
Ensure equipment operates properly and follow manufacturers’ instructions.
Participate in a performance improvement activity or complete a pre-approved project, and communicate outcomes to the team.
Serve on an approved Centra committee and report outcomes to the team.
Establish appropriate communication with referral sources.
Oversee clinical care provided by Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants, rehabilitation aides, other support staff, and students.
Perform other duties as assigned.