Physical Therapist PRN
About The Position
The Physical Therapist is a vital member of Concentra’s patient care team and provides rehabilitation services in occupational medicine. The role includes supervisory duties and patient evaluations, helping patients improve motor functions and reasoning abilities, and teaching patients to compensate for permanent loss of function in daily living and work environments. Services are provided in accordance with Concentra Medical Centers’ Injury Process Management and rehabilitation philosophy. The therapist plans, implements, and interprets individualized treatment programs; delivers or delegates therapeutic interventions; educates patients; coordinates care with physicians and other team members; and maintains accurate documentation. The position also supports quality improvement, regulatory compliance, professional development, and clinical instruction of students. Duties may change at any time and the description is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
- Demonstrated ability to make decisions or solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
- Outstanding customer service skills and ability to interact with people tactfully and professionally.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with federal and state 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.
- Must 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.
- Ensure proper documentation of patient care and follow reporting procedures.
- Maintain professional standards by complying with quality assurance policies and procedures, applicable regulations, and corporate policies.
- Communicate effectively with staff in the employee’s and other departments, medical staff, and patients to support coordinated care and high-quality service.
- 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 facilitate recovery and maximum physical potential.
- Educate patients in the proper care and use of supports and in the performance of 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 the physician to ensure comprehensive service delivery and quality patient care.
- Assist marketing staff with tours as necessary.
- Take necessary precautions to 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 regarding each patient’s objective progress, program compliance, appointment attendance, 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.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Colleague referral bonus program.
- Employee discounts.
