Physical Therapist

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Job description

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Position Qualifications:

Education:

Masters or DPT degree in Physical Therapy as evidenced by college diploma.

Certification/License:

Current unencumbered, active license as a Physical Therapist in the State of Alabama.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

Ability to project a professional image.
Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
Ability to identify and implement components of the physical therapy process.
Ability to communicate and collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals.
Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations.
Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Conducts screening of patients at regular intervals to determine the need for additional intervention/treatment and/or modifications. Evaluates patients to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation. Conducts specialized evaluations as indicated. Records evaluation data according to PT standards of practice and clinic policy. Appropriately interpret data, formulate goals and treatment plan. Incorporate patient and other team members into the coordination of the treatment plan and throughout the course of treatment.
Provides physical therapy services to patients in accordance with PT guidelines for professional practice and per clinic policy. Monitors patient's response to intervention and modify treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with treatment plan and physician orders. Reviews the quality and appropriateness of individual physical therapy programs for effectiveness and efficiency, using predetermined criteria. Adapts treatment to meet the individual needs of the patient.
Demonstrates behaviors which foster effective professional and therapeutic relationships with patients, families and team members. Interprets and communicates evaluation findings to patients, families, and other team members. Confer with other team members in coordinating the total rehab program of the patient. Identifies equipment needs, utilizes resources, instructs patients, and appropriate team members regarding use and care of equipment. Follows management direction.
Cooperates with all staff to achieve goals and to maintain good employee relations, interdepartmental relations, and public relations.
Develops appropriate home programming to maintain and enhance the performance of the patient in their own environment. Provides clinical information in a timely manner concerning safety and functional needs as required.
Documents results of patient's assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services. Records billable treatment times according to clinic procedures. Completes daily/weekly progress notes and patient reassessments with changes noted in functional and physical status, goals and treatment plans. Accurately documents all patient treatments, interactions and outcomes. All documentation is completed in a timely manner.
Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions, and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional. Demonstrates understanding of CMS and other regulatory requirements for the delivery of patient care.
Remains current with literature and education related to departments for which responsible and maintain an updated methodology, tools, manuals and criteria as necessary and appropriate.
Manages clinical care to achieve the Quality Index Minimal Productivity Standards (QIMPS).

Physical Requirements:

Moderate Work: Requires substantial amount of time standing and walking. May frequently exert force equivalent to lifting to approximately 25 pounds and/or occasionally exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 70 pounds.

Vision: Requires the ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye.

Speaking / Hearing: Must possess the ability to give and receive information through speaking and hearing skills.

Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel objects, tools and/or controls/ and stoop, knee, crouch, or bend. The incumbent is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The incumbent is occasionally required to sit.

The job duties listed in this job description may not be inclusive of all requirements of this position. Other duties may be assigned by your supervisor.

All positions with North Alabama Bone and Joint Clinic, P.C. are to use due care in the use and communication of patients' protected health information. It is every employee's principal job function to ensure patient confidentiality and failure to maintain confidentiality may, and will, result in sanction and/or discharge.

Education
Preferred
Bachelors or better
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
Dr of Physical Therapy
Behaviors
Required
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Motivations
Required
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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