Registered Physical Therapist - PRN

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Inc.•Hutchinson, KS

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About The Position

The Registered Physical Therapist evaluates and treats human body disorders that affect movement. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values. Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI). Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public. Perform acts that are within the scope of practice as defined by the applicable licensing board. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients as described in unit/department-based competencies, policies, and procedures. Accurately evaluate patient needs and develop/implement/review/maintain a comprehensive care plan. Evaluate and provide care as directed to achieve desired patient outcomes for patients newborn thru geriatric. Educate the patient on physical aspects of care. Complete timely and accurate documentation as per Health System/affiliate policy. Provide clinical oversight to the Physical Therapy Assistants.

Requirements

Education commensurate with license requirements at date of issue.
Current licensure in Physical Therapy through the Kansas Board of Healing Arts.
Current BLS/CPR card from approved provider within 30 days of hire or by the end of orientation, whichever comes first.
Kansas Driver's License (if position requires driving)
Auto Insurance equal to or greater than the Kansas Insurance requirements (if position requires driving)

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a similar environment.
Knowledge of Physical Therapy principles.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values.
Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.
Perform acts that are within the scope of practice as defined by the applicable licensing board.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients as described in unit/department-based competencies, policies, and procedures.
Accurately evaluate patient needs and develop/implement/review/maintain a comprehensive care plan.
Evaluate and provide care as directed to achieve desired patient outcomes for patients newborn thru geriatric.
Educate the patient on physical aspects of care.
Complete timely and accurate documentation as per Health System/affiliate policy.
Provide clinical oversight to the Physical Therapy Assistants.