Physical Therapist II (Full Time, Lynchburg General Hospital)

Centra Health•Lynchburg, VA

6d•$78,857 - $118,286•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist II evaluates and treats patients requiring physical therapy services. The role provides care in accordance with Virginia licensure requirements and Joint Commission and CMS guidelines for patient care and billing. The therapist develops and administers treatment plans, coordinates discharge planning, documents and charges for services, and oversees clinical care provided by physical therapy assistants, rehabilitation aides, other support staff, and students. The position also serves as a clinical instructor and participates in performance improvement and committee activities.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
Current Virginia physical therapist licensure.
AHA BLS Provider certification.
Two years of experience.
Experience serving as a clinical instructor or precepting new employees.

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 health care workers and contributing to patient care conferences.
Document and charge for patient care services in patient and department records in accordance with 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 (CI).
Ensure equipment operates properly and follow manufacturer 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.
May voluntarily pursue certification in an identified specialty area.
Perform other duties as assigned.