Physical Therapist - Full-Time - AVALA Hospital - RH414

AVALA•Covington, LA

About The Position

The Physical Therapist is responsible for patient evaluation, treatment, record documentation and teaching of therapeutic programs. The therapist is also responsible for accurate and effective communication with referral sources, patients and the support staff. Finally, the therapist is responsible for direct supervision of the clinical support team. Provides treatment, care and safety of patients regardless of race, creed, age (e.g. infants, children, adolescents, adults, geriatrics, age 0 – 120 years) gender or disability without bias or prejudice.

Requirements

BS degree or higher from an accredited school of physical therapy.
Current Physical Therapy License as required by the state regulatory agency.
BLS certification required.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Basic computer knowledge.
Adheres to dress code policy.
Completes annual education requirements.
Maintains regulatory requirements.
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.
Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly.
Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion.
Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled.
Attends staff meetings as scheduled, reads and returns all monthly staff meeting minutes.
Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department.
Promotes professional growth of subordinates by sharing knowledge and/or directing them to sources if information appropriate to given situation.
Utilizes journals, books, etc. to learn and/or improve new techniques and equipment.
Assists other staff members in performing any duty that enhances the delivery of patient care.
As part of the Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification, at a minimum, the Program direct-care staff, must have eight (4) hours of education specific to the Program scope, initially, and at least annually thereafter.
As part of the Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification, staff possess adaptability to processes as related to up to date best practices, collaboration between departments, compliance with protocols/processes, communication, cooperation and exceptional customer service.
Within 90 days of hire or, if currently employed, within 90 days of signing the job description, must adhere to: Orientation of Advanced Orthopedic and Spine Certification In compliance with the Program education requirements Completed department specific competencies

Nice To Haves

One year of PT experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide evaluation for clients not limited to joint assessment, musculoskeletal functions, sensorimotor skills, functional and work abilities.
Develop a treatment plan based on data collected as well as implement, monitor, and modify plan to achieve goals.
Provide physical therapy techniques not limited to ROM, joint mobilization, dry needling, massage, myofascial release, traction, vestibular rehab, balance training, dressing changes, and job simulation.
Utilize thermal and electrical physical agent modalities not limited to providing hot/cold packs, ultrasound, phonophoresis, TENS, NMES, iontophoresis.
Communicate effectively with staff regarding client's condition, and also may include their physician, rehab nurse, case manager, employer and family members to ensure consistent quality physical therapy services.
Provide a written status report to referring physician each time client is to see their physician and when is a workman's comp case to other appropriate parties.
Participates in administration of the assigned facility as requested by Manager of Physical Therapy.
Maintains a working knowledge of current rehabilitation techniques and procedures, including knowledge of therapeutic equipment, proper operation and maintenance.
Practices physical therapy in accordance with all company policies which shall always represent currently approved methods and standards of practice as defined by the American Physical Therapy Association.
Practices in compliance with the currently approved and published guidelines of Professional Conduct and Codes of Ethics of the American Physical Therapy Association.
Maintains confidentiality of all current and former patients as defined by company policy.
Delivers patient care under the referral of a physician licensed to practice in the State of Louisiana.
Administers physical therapy techniques relative to indications, precautions and contraindications.
Administers physical therapy treatment with regard to patient’s social, psychological and emotional status.
Documents the patient’s medical record on the initial visit and all subsequent follow-up visits in a professionally acceptable method, using Cerner our current EMR system.
Reports any and all changes in the patient’s condition to the referring physician.
Assist the support team in maintaining a safe and comfortable working environment.
Reports problems and suggestions to the Manager of Physical Therapy.
Directly supervises all patient care provided by any member of the support team.
Administers appropriate charges for services rendered based on the company standard fee schedule.