V817, STAFF PHYSICAL THERAPIST II

Memorial Health System•Decatur, IL

5d•$37 - $58

About The Position

The Physical Therapist II is responsible and accountable for providing examinations, evaluations, therapy diagnosis, interventions, and prognosis in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. The Therapist II will their knowledge base through: serving as a clinical instructor for students, mentoring new staff, and participating inmunity education activities. The Therapist II will participate in performance improvement and program development activities. Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or entry level equivalent is required. Must be Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois and without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or any other state. Current CPR card.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or entry level equivalent is required.
Must be Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois and without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or any other state.
Current CPR card.
P.T. license in the State of Illinois required.
CPR Certification preferred.
If applicable, must possess valid Illinois drivers license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (5 year MVR will be required).
2 yrs of experience required.
Achieves & maintains 11-20 points on the Clinical Ladder Grid.
Basicputer skills required.
Ability to clearly and effectivelymunicate with patients, families, peer and other team members as needed for assessment, intervention, and professional development.
Must be physically able to lift, support, move patients 50 - 100 lbs.
Universal Precautions Category I.

Responsibilities

Perform Patient assessments with patients in a specific service area.
Assign a physical therapy treatment diagnosis.
Establishes plan of care with objective, measurable goals.
Provides interventions supported by evidenced based practice in accordance to the established plan of care.
Assesses the effectiveness of treatment and modifies treatment to achieve goals.
Plans for discharge.
Communicates with patient, family, caregivers and members of team to promote maximum benefit of care.
Provide patient care documentation that meets quality standards and supports ethical billing practice.
Demonstrates ability toanize workload and manage time effectively.
Maintains positive working relationship with patients and referral base.
Demonstrates teamwork by routinely offering to help others or assisting others whenever needed.
Demonstrates ability to handle difficult and/or stressful situations appropriately.
s knowledge through service as a clinical instructor and mentoring new staff.
s knowledge with department andmunity through participation with educational offerings.
Performs other related work as required or requested.