Physical Therapist (PRN)

Prisma Health•Spartanburg, SC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Plans and implements individualized physical therapy treatment programs in accordance with physical therapy principles and practices. Collaborates with an interdisciplinary treatment team and provides direction, supervision, and mentorship to Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, Rehab Techs, Rehab Aides, and assigned physical therapy students. The role evaluates patients, develops and revises plans of care, delivers treatment, educates patients and caregivers, documents care, participates in discharge planning, and contributes to department operations and productivity.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy.
South Carolina PT licensure from the Board of PT Examiners or PT Compact Commission.
Demonstrated clinical competency based on the patient's age.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial physical therapy evaluations and re-evaluations, select and interpret examinations and standardized evaluations, and develop plans of care.
Assess neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and pulmonary systems and identify actual or potential problems affecting treatment or the overall plan of care.
Set measurable treatment goals and design individualized interventions appropriate to each patient's age, education, and cultural background, coordinated with other services.
Implement and manage treatment plans, reassess patient status and progress, and revise goals and interventions as needed.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team and participate in patient discharge planning, including providing information about follow-up services and community referrals.
Educate and train patients, families, and caregivers about diagnoses, progress, functional outcomes, and related care; provide educational materials as indicated.
Complete plan-of-care and patient/family education documentation, and maintain legible, timely, accurate medical records in compliance with chart-review requirements.
Attend staff and team meetings and mandatory in-services; manage assignments in a timely and thorough manner.
Assist with care and maintenance of departmental equipment and supplies; complete productivity and charge documentation and enter charges accurately and promptly.
Follow department policies and procedures, use appropriate safety measures, communicate professionally, and support the rights of team members and Prisma Health's purpose.
Provide supervision and mentorship to Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, and Rehab Aides; delegate tasks appropriately and provide constructive performance feedback.
Supervise assigned physical therapy students, participate in their orientation, and provide learning experiences, feedback, and timely evaluations.
Meet department productivity standards and scheduling expectations; establish annual goals and provide information on progress toward them.
Support corporate leadership initiatives, seek consultation or supervision when appropriate, and perform other duties as assigned.