Physical Therapist - Anderson Hospital
About The Position
The Physical Therapist completes initial and ongoing patient assessments and provides skilled therapeutic interventions using professional knowledge and skills. The role may serve outpatients, inpatients, pediatric patients, and patients at off-site locations, as part of the continuum of professional care. The Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops treatment plans and goals, delivers therapy, monitors progress, and revises care plans as needed. The role also includes documenting care in the electronic medical record, educating patients and families, maintaining departmental standards and productivity, and supervising physical therapist assistants when applicable.
Requirements
- Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of current practice, or qualified for traineeship or a temporary license in that state.
- Demonstrate appropriate application of age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
- Analytical ability to evaluate patient condition, capabilities, and progress.
- Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with coworkers, physicians, patients, and families.
- Ability to work well with patients, the public, and other health care professionals at all levels.
- Critical thinking skills.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience in an equivalent setting.
- BLS Basic Life Support certification upon hire (preferred; required within 30 days for BSMH and at hire for RSFH).
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients, gather relevant information, and develop treatment plans with specific goals.
- Conduct ongoing assessments and revise treatment plans as needed.
- Provide direct therapy in accordance with each patient’s plan of care and current physical therapy standards.
- Instruct patients and family members in therapeutic procedures.
- Maintain accurate, concise records of treatment and patient progress.
- Document care, coordination of services, orders, and goals accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record.
- Provide timely co-signatures for supervised physical therapy assistants, when applicable.
- Maintain productivity while preserving quality and meet or exceed department standards for efficient and effective care.
- Follow departmental policies and procedures for safety, infection control, time-off requests, timecard recording, education, and annual compliance requirements.
- Supervise physical therapist assistants’ treatment interventions and professional growth.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
