Physical Therapist - Outpatient Therapy - Hamilton - FT/Days

Kettering Medical Center Network • Hamilton, OH

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About The Position

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it's by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach. Kettering Health Hamilton, formerly Fort Hamilton Hospital, has been serving the Hamilton community for over 90 years. It leads the way to better health in the Butler County area, serving patients from Fairfield, Oxford, Cincinnati, Middletown, and surrounding communities. KH Hamilton offerings include maternity, emergency, the most advanced wound healing in Butler County, and a range of outpatient services. In 2020, KH Hamilton received an "A" from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States. It is a full-service, community hospital licensed for 203 beds and has received several awards from Healthgrades, including America's 250 Best Hospitals (2018-2020), America's 100 Best Pulmonary Care (2018-2020), and Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award (2020).

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of physical therapy required.
• Doctorate preferred.
• Must be licensed or eligible for license by the State of Ohio.
• License must be posted in primary work site.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients in accordance with state and national practice acts.
• Provides therapy evaluation to determine the extent of symptoms and/or functional limitations relevant to the diagnosis.
• Develops treatment plans targeted to decrease or eliminate symptoms and functional limitations.
• Documents progress in the electronic medical record and ensures quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI).
• Supervises physical therapist assistants and students to assure that patient goals and objectives are met.
• Consults with physicians and other team members regarding patient care.
• Involves in clinical education and guest relations.
• Handles billing for patient services rendered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees