Physical Therapist

CHI Saint Joseph Health System•Lexington, KY

42d•Onsite

About The Position

As our Physical Therapist, you will help patients rebuild or maintain their physical wellbeing so they can function at their best level, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life.Every day you will perform initial evaluations, develop and update individualized plans of care, and provide a variety of direct treatments. You will be expected to consistently meet patient care productivity standards, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and families, and promote a positive customer service environment.To be successful in this role, you must possess strong age-appropriate competency skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care.

Requirements

Bachelor, upon hire or
Master in Physical Therapy from a school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association, upon hire and
student or prior experience in a Rehab setting
Physical Therapist: KY, upon hire and
Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Responsibilities

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Evaluates assigned patients within the guidelines established by the physician and in compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
Implements competent treatment and performs regular reassessments for the purpose of treatment modification, to maximize patient’s potential for functional independence, all in accordance of departmental standards.
Completes all required documentation and maintains pertinent records of all assigned patients, in order to be in compliance with Joint Commission, CARF, Medicare, and all other regulatory requirements.
Demonstrates the ability to be efficient and productive by organizing job duties and responsibilities.
Maintains effective communication regarding Therapy programs and departmental issues.