Physical Therapist Part Time

Surgery Partners, Inc•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The Physical Therapist restores post-surgical patient function, alleviates pain, and prevents disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed physical therapy. The role assesses patients and their home environments, provides treatment consistent with physician orders and applicable standards and hospital policies, monitors progress, and recommends changes to treatment as needed. The therapist collaborates with physicians, nurses, other care providers, patients, families, and caregivers on treatment, education, referrals, and discharge planning. The position also includes documentation, participation in professional development and quality activities, advocacy for patient rights, and adherence to safety and confidentiality requirements.

Requirements

At least one year of Physical Therapist experience.
Bachelor of Physical Therapy or Master of Science in Physical Therapy from an accredited program; a bachelor’s degree is grandfathered by the appropriate regulatory agency.
Valid state license as a Physical Therapist in Kansas.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking skills, with communication skills to work effectively with employees, patients, families, and physicians.
Cognitive skills for math, reading, filing, and sterile technique.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds several times during a shift, long-term standing, frequent walking, occasional sitting, crouching, kneeling, and reaching above the head and below the waist.
Ability to accommodate near-, far-, and mid-range vision and hear low, medium, and high pitches.

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic or neurological experience.
Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ condition, functional abilities, homebound status, and environmental factors.
Provide care in accordance with physician orders, patient condition, accepted standards of practice, and hospital policies and procedures.
Evaluate treatment effects and patient progress; recommend treatment adjustments and modifications.
Recognize and report changes in patient condition.
Recommend equipment, home modifications, referrals to rehabilitation or skilled nursing facilities, and other therapies as indicated.
Complete discharge planning in consultation with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare workers.
Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in all aspects of patient care.
Document assessments, treatments, re-evaluations, and patient responses according to hospital policies and procedures.
Ensure delegated patient care is delivered according to treatment-team plans and applicable practice acts.
Provide patient- and family-focused care and collaborate with care providers to meet patient needs.
Support effective communication and opportunities for input regarding patient care issues.
Participate in educational activities, identify learning needs with a mentor, and develop clinical skills and knowledge appropriate to the populations served.
Contribute to an ethical environment, participate in resolving ethical problems, and advocate for patient rights and family involvement in decision-making.
Remain calm and function as a team member during stressful and crisis situations; pursue activities that promote professional growth and behavior.
Participate in appropriate committees and quality assurance/performance improvement activities.
Follow OSHA and other safety standards to protect patients and self.
Support the hospital’s mission and core values; follow hospital policies and maintain patient and hospital confidentiality.
Keep the Manager apprised of day-to-day situations and perform other duties as assigned.