Physical Therapist Navicent Inpatient Rehab
About The Position
The physical therapist is responsible for patient evaluations, care planning, directing, and administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. The PT administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. The PT assists patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The physical therapist ensures patient charges are accurate and submitted in a timely manner. Physical Therapists coordinate, delegate and supervise responsibilities assigned to support staff (PTA, OT /PT Aide, etc.). The physical therapist participates in operational aspects of the department, contributing to performance improvement and CQI activities. Physical therapists participate in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs.
Requirements
- Patient Assessments / Reassessments
- Care Planning / Interdisciplinary Communication
- Patient Outcomes
- Physical Therapy Modalities / Patient Treatment
- Operates Equipment Safely and Correctly
- Patient Education
- Documentation
Responsibilities
- Performs appropriate patient assessments resulting in an effective treatment plan.
- Reassesses patients at appropriate intervals of time demonstrating the ability to observe treatment effect and modify the plan of care as indicated.
- Involves the patient and/or family in the assessment process and the formation of the care plan.
- Provides care in accordance with physician’s orders.
- Demonstrates appropriate case management to ensure quality of care and best patient outcome.
- Communicates appropriately to physicians, nurses, case managers, and other members of the health care team to ensure care is collaborative and appropriate.
- Assesses and documents patient outcomes criteria at the initial and discharge evaluations. (all shoulder, back, incontinence, and anodyne).
- Demonstrates knowledge of physical therapy modalities / treatments and performs correctly.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and competency in using equipment pertinent to providing physical therapy services.
- Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning. Includes the family in teaching as appropriate.
- Documentation meets current standards and policies.
- Documentation is legible.
- No inappropriate abbreviations are used.
- Documentation is completed in a timely manner.
- Medical Records are closed as per policy.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
