Physical Therapist

Tahoe Forest Health System•Tahoe City, CA

15h

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the manager, the Physical Therapist provides patient care services involving evaluation and implementation of modalities and treatments in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and the requirements of licensing agencies in the state of practice (California or Nevada). The PT is committed to providing high-quality health care and accommodating the changing needs of the communities served by Tahoe Forest Hospital. The role includes organizing and conducting prescribed physical therapy programs; developing individualized treatment plans; evaluating and documenting patient progress; collaborating with hospital team members; and educating and motivating patients and families. The PT follows departmental workflows, including communication practices, EPIC documentation, and patient scheduling; participates in quality improvement, quality assurance, peer feedback, and staff meetings; and demonstrates professional conduct and system values. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy from an accredited program, or a bachelor's or certificate degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
Be licensed to practice and pass the National Physical Therapy Examination administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy, subject to the stated provision for new graduates.
Hold a California physical therapy license when practicing in California.
Hold a Nevada physical therapy license when practicing in Nevada.
If working as a Graduate of Physical Therapy in Nevada or a Physical Therapy Licensed Applicant in California, be approved and authorized to work under the direct supervision of a supervising Physical Therapist and provide verification of eligibility under the applicable state board guidelines.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers upon hire.
Enroll in the Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) BLS Entry or Prep Curriculum, depending on prior BLS certification, within three months of hire.
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Master's or doctorate degree from an accredited physical therapy program.

Responsibilities

Organize and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy programs.
Use appropriate resources to provide sensitive, personal care to people receiving physical therapy services.
Plan and perform individualized therapy programs, including modalities, soft-tissue massage or mobilization, traction, therapeutic exercise, manual techniques, and home programs.
Collaborate with hospital team members and services to maintain services and activities that meet patient needs.
Apply diagnostic and prognostic tests of muscle, joint, and functional ability.
Evaluate, record, and report patient progress for review.
Ensure patients and visitors follow established policies and procedures.
Explain physical therapy policies and procedures to patients and family members as needed.
Participate in peer feedback to improve line-of-service performance.
Practice fiscal responsibility and work toward minimum targeted key performance indicators set by the Director of Therapy and Clinical Manager of the department.
Maintain courteous and professional interpersonal relationships, seek clarification when needed, and direct suggestions, criticisms, and questions to appropriate personnel.
Participate in the Quality Improvement process and Quality Assurance audit program.
Participate in staff meetings or review meeting minutes when absent.
Follow established departmental workflows, including staff communication methods, EPIC documentation requirements, and patient scheduling.
Establish rapport with team members, patients, and other health care providers.
Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in physical activities, which may require assistive devices.
Educate patients and families about patient care and home programs and document the education appropriately.
Participate in activities addressing local, national, or global health needs as recommended by the APTA code of ethics.
Demonstrate System Values and comply with System policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.