Physical Therapist PRN

Concentra•Hampton, VA

8d•$36 - $56

About The Position

As a Physical Therapist at Concentra, you will provide rehabilitative services to disabled, injured, and diseased patients at a center. Services are provided in accordance with Concentra Medical Centers’ Injury Process Management, rehabilitation philosophy in occupational medicine, company policies and procedures, and applicable regulations. You will plan and deliver treatment, coordinate care with physicians and other staff, document patient progress, and support high-quality patient care. The role also includes patient education, communication with injury coordinators or case managers, participation in quality improvement and professional development, and clinical instruction of students. This is a PRN position and offers a $1,500 hiring bonus.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Demonstrated effective communication and interaction with employers, patients, providers, and other employees.
Ability to maintain working relationships with employees at all levels.
Demonstrated excellent customer service skills and ability to interact with people tactfully and professionally.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
Willingness to participate in initial and ongoing training as required.
Demonstrated computer skills.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for maintaining 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.
Ability to make decisions or solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
Concentra Core Competencies: Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative, and Flexibility.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Outpatient orthopedic experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care services.
Provide direct patient care, including evaluating muscle, skeletal, neurological, and other physical problems.
Support multidisciplinary coordination of treatment.
Document patient care and follow appropriate reporting procedures.
Maintain professional standards by complying with quality assurance procedures, regulations, and corporate policies.
Communicate effectively with staff, medical staff, and patients to coordinate services and support optimal care.
Use problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
Inform the Administrator of department problems, needs, and solutions in a timely manner.
Plan, design, implement, and interpret physical therapy treatment programs to support recovery and patients’ maximum physical potential.
Educate patients on the proper care and use of supports and on performing exercise programs.
Perform or delegate patient treatments, including modalities, therapeutic exercises, gait training, and hydrotherapy.
Secure a prescription for each patient treated.
Work closely with physicians to provide comprehensive services and quality care.
Assist marketing staff with tours as necessary.
Protect center assets and property against loss or waste through negligence or dishonesty.
Attend center meetings and outside educational seminars as part of professional development.
Communicate with the Outcome Assurance Injury Coordinator or Case Manager about each patient’s 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 rehabilitation quality management and assist in developing improved processes.
Ensure compliance with rules and regulations established by relevant licensing, certification, and accrediting bodies.
Complete orientation and training and demonstrate competency in required physical therapy tasks.