Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy Specialty Center

PRIMARY CARE PARTNERS INC • Grand Junction, CO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Physical Therapist (P.T.) is an employee of The Physical Therapy Specialty Center (PTSC), a division of Primary Care Partners (PCP). The P.T. is responsible for direct patient care. Primary patient care responsibilities will be outpatient physical therapy intervention. Patients are scheduled for evaluation in such a manner as to not negatively impact other clinical staff yet meet the patient’s needs.

Requirements

• BS, MS, DPT, PhD as indicated
• State licensure in Colorado
• Eligibility for insurance credentialing
• 1 year of post degree progressively responsible experience, or a master’s degree in physical therapy or a directly related field.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, physics, kinesiology, psychology, pathophysiology and surgical procedures as they relate to human function.
• Knowledge of contemporary and evidence-based PT practice.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply clinically appropriate assessment techniques and treatment interventions to address human pathophysiology and dysfunction.
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, with patients, families, caregivers, and other healthcare professions.
• Skill in utilizing appropriate screening and evaluation techniques required to appropriately provide direct patient care.
• Knowledge of clinical signs and symptoms to make appropriate referrals for further medical attention/assessment as indicated.
• Ensures compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
• Excellent communications skills with a wide variety of people required.
• Caring personality with a positive attitude.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and exhibit sound judgment.
• Excellent time management and problem solving skills.
• Computer skills.
• Professional.
• Organized and prioritize multiple duties and tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive patient evaluations including medical history, results and interpretation of appropriate functional tests and measurements such as range of motion, muscle strength, sensory/perceptual deficits, coordination, functional mobility, pain scales, and social needs.
• Provides comprehensive patient care for P.T. patients.
• Modifies treatment plan according to patient response to best meet established goals.
• Documents treatment progression and/or modifications according to departmental/employer standards.
• Recognizes adverse reaction to treatment and initiates effective action immediately.
• Ensures appropriate patient referrals and discharge.
• Administers proper use of modalities.
• Submits legal and ethical billing/coding which supports treatment and services rendered.
• Participates and contributes to the advancement of knowledge and techniques related to P.T. and other related topics.
• Identifies, collects and analyzes appropriate patient care information to provide feedback for performance improvement activities.
• Maintains required completion of continued education credits as directed by state regulations.
• Maintains open communication with patients, families, staff and others.
• Seeks clarification, listens and conveys information clearly, in written and verbal forms.
• Demonstrates the ability to identify and resolve interpersonal or professional conflicts when dealing with patients and members of the organization.
• Communicates effectively with our patients and families, and recognizes/reports potential cases of patient abuse.
• Demonstrates tact, courtesy and a positive approach to communication and interaction with other employees, visitors, physicians, and the public.
• Follows the Standards of Ethical Conduct as defined in PT codes of conduct, complies with HIPAA standards.
• Utilizes and supervises Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) within the Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Meets the needs of customers while supporting PTSC/PCP missions.
• Consistently communicates and treats customers (patients, their representatives, visitors, and all staff) in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner.
• Provides the customer with consistent information according to established policies and procedures.
• Handles conflict and problems in dealing with the customer constructively and appropriately.

Benefits

• Robust Benefit coverage includes outstanding retirement including annual 401k contribution and profit sharing
• 100% coverage for Health insurance
• life
• disability
• multiple other benefits incl. Dental, vision, critical illness and injury coverage, long term care, pet insurance etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level