Physical Therapist PRN

Concentra•New Haven, CT

14d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist performs supervisory duties and patient evaluations, helping patients improve basic motor functions and reasoning abilities. The therapist also helps patients compensate for permanent loss of function by teaching them to perform tasks in daily living and working environments, in accordance with Concentra Medical Centers’ Injury Process Management and rehabilitation philosophy in occupational medicine. The role delivers direct patient care, develops and implements treatment programs, coordinates treatment with physicians and multidisciplinary staff, and documents patient care and progress. The therapist supports quality assurance, regulatory compliance, professional development, clinical instruction, and ongoing improvement of rehabilitation processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Ability to make decisions or solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
Strong customer service skills and the ability to interact tactfully and professionally.
Ability to 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 employees at all levels.
Demonstrated computer skills.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for maintaining 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.
Successfully complete orientation and training and demonstrate competency in all required physical therapy tasks.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Orthopedic outpatient experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care services.
Perform direct patient care, including evaluation of muscle, skeletal, neurological, and other physical problems.
Support and encourage multidisciplinary coordination of treatment.
Maintain proper documentation of patient care and follow appropriate documentation and reporting procedures.
Maintain professional standards by complying with quality assurance procedures, applicable regulations, and corporate policies.
Communicate effectively with department staff, medical staff, and patients to coordinate care and provide high-quality service.
Demonstrate 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 facilitate recovery and maximum physical potential.
Educate patients on the 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 support comprehensive service delivery and quality patient care.
Assist marketing staff with tours as necessary.
Protect center assets and property against loss or waste through negligence or dishonesty.
Participate in professional development by attending 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 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 effectiveness of the rehabilitation quality management process and assist with developing improved processes.
Ensure compliance with rules and regulations established by relevant licensing, certification, and accrediting bodies.