Physical Therapist

Sullivan County Community Hospital•Sullivan, IN

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist is responsible for the evaluation, planning, directing, and administering of physical therapy treatment to clients/patients as prescribed by a licensed provider. This role involves supervising Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) and clerical staff, participating in departmental performance improvement and quality initiatives, and maintaining clear, detailed, and timely patient documentation. The position also focuses on effective communication with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare professionals, as well as promoting patient satisfaction.

Requirements

B.S., M.S., D.P.T. or Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Physical Therapy
Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy or graduate of accredited college or university with a certificate in Physical Therapy
Three years previous Physical Therapy experience
Demonstrates knowledge of physical medicine, physical therapy modalities, anatomy, and physiology.
Reads and communicates effectively in English
Possesses strong written and verbal skills
Exhibits professionally appropriate telephone communication skills
Physical Therapist licensed in the State of Indiana
CPR

Responsibilities

Accepts responsibility for evaluation, planning, directing, and administering physical therapy treatment to clients/patients as prescribed by a licensed provider according to the Indiana standards of physical therapy practice
Supervises and directs treatment by Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) and supervises clerical staff
Participates in operational aspects of the department including assisting with budget input, expense management, assisting in clerical duties, and cleaning of department as needed
Participates in departmental performance improvement and quality initiatives
Communicates progress and provides feedback effectively with patients and families as needed in regard to their physical therapy care
Communicates effectively with physicians and other prescribing providers regarding any concerns or changes in treatment
Professionally communicates with nursing and other therapy staff regarding patient care as needed
Completes patient documentation in a clear appropriately detailed, and timely manner that meets current standards and policies
Documents patient charges accurately and with attention to time constraints
Maintains hours worked within budget
Promotes excellence in patient satisfaction scores with scripting, capturing of patient emails, and discussions with patients about the overall importance and protocol of Press Ganey surveys