Physcal Therapist- Inpatient Rehabilitation

Carilion Clinic•Roanoke, VA

3d•$39 - $62•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist works in an inpatient rehabilitation setting and confirms and interprets physician referrals. The role assesses patients and plans and implements individualized treatment programs in accordance with Physical Therapy regulations and practice principles, taking into account each patient’s developmental and/or chronological age and medical diagnoses. Treatment programs are designed to achieve goals set with the patient and/or family member. The Physical Therapist coordinates patient care and clinical activities with patients, families, therapists, Clinical Team Leaders, managers, physicians, and other members of the health care team. The role documents care in patient medical records and completes related forms in compliance with regulatory requirements and department and hospital policies. The position supervises Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with Virginia licensure and practice standards and federal regulations, collaborates with therapy and support staff, volunteers, and students, and may orient new employees or guide volunteers, students, support staff, or contract staff. The role also participates in departmental and professional activities as requested, including in-services, performance improvement, program development and evaluation, new employee orientation, committee work, peer review, and staff meetings.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy program.
A bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy with five years of experience, or a master's degree or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT).
Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia by the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy.
Effective interpersonal, communication, customer service, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Confirm and interpret physician referrals.
Assess patients and plan and implement individualized, age-appropriate treatment programs based on medical diagnoses and patient and/or family goals.
Coordinate patient care and clinical activities through written and verbal communication with patients, families, therapists, Clinical Team Leaders, managers, physicians, and other healthcare team members.
Document care in patient medical records and complete related forms in accordance with regulatory requirements and department and hospital policies and procedures.
Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with Virginia licensure and practice standards and federal regulations.
Collaborate with therapy staff, support staff, volunteers, and students to support efficient clinical activity and quality patient care.
Orient new employees and provide guidance to volunteers, students, support staff, or contract staff as appropriate.
Participate in assigned patient-care, departmental, and professional activities, including in-services, performance improvement, program development and evaluation, committee work, peer review, and staff meetings.