Remote Physical Therapist - Value Based Care
About The Position
The Physical Therapist assesses patients, establishes goals and treatment plans in conjunction with physicians and patients or families, and provides appropriate interdisciplinary care. The role documents patient findings and treatments, educates patients and families about care and therapies, and serves as an educational resource for patients, families, and staff. The Physical Therapist supervises and mentors Physical Therapy Assistants and Technicians, supports Physical Therapy staff through ongoing education, and assists the director with patient care issues. The position requires maintaining patient confidentiality and current job competencies.
Requirements
- Valid, active state licensure.
- Two years of experience in an outpatient or remote physical therapy clinic.
- Orthopedics experience is required.
- Knowledge of physical therapy principles, standards, and applications.
- Knowledge of clinic policies, procedures, regulations, safety and infection control, and quality control.
- Knowledge of physical therapy equipment and medical terminology.
- Skill in evaluating and treating patients appropriately.
- Skill in communicating effectively with in-house and external physicians and referral sources.
- Skill in using a computer system or EMR to accurately complete documentation.
- Skill in recognizing patient or clinic danger and identifying appropriate fall-risk patients.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers, and staff.
- Ability to supervise and mentor physical therapy staff.
- Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
- Ability to serve as a resource to patients and staff.
Nice To Haves
- Clinical Doctorate (DPT).
- Experience working remotely.
Responsibilities
- Assess patient condition and establish goals, treatments, and care plans with the physician and patient or family.
- Ensure treatment is performed in an interdisciplinary fashion and consult physicians about the impact of physical therapy factors on patient health.
- Document findings, treatments, and other patient information in the medical record.
- Educate patients and families on appropriate care and use of therapies and exercises.
- Serve as an information and education resource for patients, families, and staff.
- Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapy Technicians.
- Provide support as a resource to Physical Therapy staff and provide ongoing staff education.
- Assist the director with patient care issues.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and demonstrate current competencies for the position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
