Physical Therapist-Bone & Joint Institute Rehab-FT - Spring Hill Clinic

Williamson Health•Franklin, TN

About The Position

The Bone and Joint Rehabilitation Services Physical Therapist organizes and conducts physical therapy interventions to reduce pain, restore function, promote mobility, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or accident. The role includes establishing diagnoses and prognoses and developing plans of care with short- and long-term, patient-centered goals within the scope of physical therapy practice. The therapist also promotes fitness and wellness programs to support health after discharge from skilled therapy. The Physical Therapist provides compassionate, patient-centered care using current and emerging evidence-based techniques and technologies while considering cost effectiveness and ethical and legal guidelines. The position delivers outpatient rehabilitation in a multidisciplinary team setting and requires accurate documentation, effective communication, safe application of therapeutic principles and physical agents, and coordination with patients, families, and other staff.

Requirements

Current, active licensure in the State of Tennessee.
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy.
Ability to communicate positively and professionally in the workplace.
Ability to use the company's EMR system accurately and efficiently.
Ability to use standard PC and fax equipment and adjust exercise equipment for patient care.
Ability to provide clear, skilled documentation for accurate charting and billing.
Ability to work under pressure, independently, and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to apply physical therapy knowledge safely and effectively in daily patient care.
Ability to safely apply physical agents required or recommended by the plan of care.
Ability to communicate clearly in English, verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform prolonged standing and walking throughout the work shift.
Ability to frequently lift, position, transfer, and push patients; move supplies and equipment with moderate effort; and lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
Manual dexterity and mobility, including frequent reaching, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Ability to occasionally remove or replace supplies or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds from locations at or above shoulder level.
Ability to lift or carry patients with necessary assistance or assistive devices in an emergency evacuation.

Nice To Haves

Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
Prior experience in outpatient and/or sports medicine physical therapy.

Responsibilities

Perform initial and ongoing assessments related to patients' conditions and plans of care.
Establish treatment plans based on standards of practice, using an interdisciplinary approach with patients, families, and staff.
Apply therapeutic principles and practices consistent with American Physical Therapy Association standards.
Progress patients through treatment safely and effectively to maximize outcomes.
Conduct discharge planning, provide patient and family education, establish home exercise programs, and make appropriate discharge recommendations.
Consult with other staff members to coordinate physical therapy services.
Document patient care thoroughly, accurately, and on time.
Participate in the orientation and skill development of new team members.
Provide direction and guidance to students and technicians.
Participate in activities that improve department effectiveness, processes, communication, or organizational image, including attending 75% of staff and departmental meetings.
Manage time and caseloads effectively.
Maintain work areas and personal appearance in a professional, clean, orderly, and safe manner.
Promote fitness and wellness programs to support health following discharge from skilled therapy.