Physical Therapist PRN

Concentra•Conley, GA

11d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides rehabilitative services to patients with disabilities, injuries, and diseases at a Concentra center. Care is delivered in accordance with Concentra Medical Centers’ Injury Process Management, its occupational medicine rehabilitation philosophy, company policies and procedures, and applicable regulations. The role includes evaluating patients, planning and delivering treatment, supporting coordinated care, documenting outcomes, and helping patients recover and achieve their maximum physical potential. The Physical Therapist works closely with physicians, patients, center staff, and case management or injury coordination personnel to ensure high-quality, coordinated services. The position also contributes to professional development, clinical education, and rehabilitation quality improvement. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time and are not limited to those listed in the posting.

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.
Strong customer service skills and ability to interact with people tactfully and professionally.
Ability to properly 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.
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.
Outpatient orthopedic experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care services.
Provide 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 applicable documentation and reporting procedures.
Maintain professional standards by complying with quality assurance procedures, regulations, and corporate policies.
Communicate effectively with department staff, medical staff, and patients to coordinate efforts and provide high-quality care.
Use 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 support patient recovery and 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 physicians to ensure comprehensive services and quality patient care.
Assist marketing staff with tours as necessary.
Protect center assets and property against loss or waste caused by negligence or dishonesty.
Participate in professional development through center meetings and outside educational seminars.
Communicate with the Outcome Assurance Injury Coordinator or Case Manager about each patient’s objective progress, program and appointment attendance 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 rehabilitation quality management process and assist with developing improvements.
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.