Physical Therapist PRN

Concentra•Anaheim, CA

13d•$60 - $68

About The Position

At Concentra, the Physical Therapist is a vital member of the patient care team, providing clinical care to improve the health of America's workforce. The role performs supervisory duties and patient evaluations, helps patients improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, and teaches them to compensate for permanent loss of function in daily living and working environments. Services are delivered in accordance with Concentra Medical Centers’ Injury Process Management and its rehabilitation philosophy in occupational medicine. The Physical Therapist plans and delivers individualized treatment, coordinates care with physicians and other staff, documents and reports patient progress, and supports quality assurance and compliance. The position may also assist marketing staff with tours, participate in professional development, and provide clinical instruction to occupational therapy students. Duties may change at any time and are not limited to those listed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Concentra Core Competencies: Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative, and Flexibility.
Ability to make decisions or solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
Outstanding customer service skills and the ability to interact tactfully and professionally.
Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies.
Willingness to participate in initial and ongoing training as required.
Effective communication and interaction with employers, patients, providers, and other employees.
Ability to maintain working relationships with all levels of employees.
Demonstrated computer skills.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for establishing a safe medical work environment.
Skill in developing and maintaining patient care records and writing reports.
Skill in time management, planning, and workload control.
Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions.
Skill in developing and maintaining medical quality assurance and quality control standards.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective communication and working relationships with Management, patients, medical staff, and the general public.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Orthopedic outpatient experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care services.
Perform direct patient care, including evaluation of muscle, skeletal, neurological, and other physical problems.
Support and encourage multidisciplinary coordination of treatment.
Ensure proper documentation of patient care and follow appropriate documentation and reporting procedures.
Maintain professional standards by complying with quality assurance policies and procedures, applicable regulations, and corporate policies.
Communicate effectively with staff in the department and other departments, medical staff, and patients to coordinate efforts and provide high-quality service and optimal patient care.
Demonstrate effective problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
Inform the Administrator of department problems, needs, and solutions in a timely manner.
Plan, design, implement, and interpret physical therapy treatment programs to facilitate patients’ recovery and attainment of maximum physical potential.
Educate patients on proper care and use of supports and on performing exercise programs.
Perform or delegate patient treatment, including modalities, therapeutic exercises, gait training, and hydrotherapy.
Secure a prescription for each patient treated.
Work closely with the physician to ensure comprehensive service delivery and quality patient care.
Assist marketing staff with tours as necessary.
Protect center assets and property against loss or waste through negligence or dishonesty.
Participate in professional development by attending center meetings and outside educational seminars.
Communicate with the Outcome Assurance Injury Coordinator or Case Manager for each patient regarding objective progress, program and appointment compliance, and estimated time until discharge from therapy.
Participate in clinical instruction of university occupational therapy and/or occupational therapist assistant students.
Participate in evaluating the effectiveness of the rehabilitation quality management process and assist with new and improved processes.
Ensure compliance with rules and regulations established by relevant licensing, certification, and accrediting bodies.
Successfully complete orientation and training and demonstrate competency in required physical therapy tasks.