Job Description: Physical TherapistEvaluate, plan and implement physical therapy treatment programs for referred patients in order to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain, and return the patient to his/her maximum function. Follow the company and department approved policies related to documentation, attendance, education, etc. Show respect and courtesy to all staff, patients, and visitors.
Job Responsibilities:- Selects appropriate therapeutic assessment tools including a minimum of observation, ROM, functional strength, and palpation, and documents findings objectively and appropriately.
- Develops individualized treatment programs consistent with patient diagnosis, status, and goals.
- Treatment plan is recorded in flowsheet for assistive personnel before first follow-up visit.
- Establishes goals/plan of care that includes realistic and measurable goals in relation to the patient's functional goals, diagnosis, prognosis, learning ability of the patient/caregiver, physical/mental status, and anticipated lifestyle.
- Completes evaluations according to departmental policy.
- Evaluates for needed equipment and follow-up, if indicated.
- Completes plan of care and faxes to MD, when required, before first follow-up visit.
Reassessment:- Records Pain Analogue Score every visit.
- Records objective measurements minimum of every eighth visit including but not limited to ROM, MMT, girth measurements, functional assessment, special tests, gait analysis, etc.
- Updates and/or revises goals a minimum of every eighth visit, or indicates goals are still appropriate, based on objective measures.
- Completes and sends physician update to referring practitioner at least once every 10th visit or 30 days as required by Medicare.
- Implements the treatment plan in collaboration with the treatment team.
- Appropriate leadership and supervision of supportive/assistive staff and interns.
- Adheres to department safety standards and completes incident report as indicated.
- Develops appropriate treatment programs to progress toward goals and progresses programs appropriately. Documents progression appropriately on flowsheet.
- Revises treatment program as needed to continue progression toward goals. Discharges patient to Home Exercise Program if progress toward goals is not documented.
- Counsels patients and families regarding evaluation results, treatment plans/goals, proper body mechanics, and home exercises, and completes patient-family education record.
- Utilizes updated treatment techniques as evidenced by continuing education record and peer review.
- Aware of and accommodating to walk-ins throughout the day.
- May include application of topical drugs according to State Practice Act and treatment of pelvic disorders.
Required Skills & Experience:- Customer service and interpersonal skills.
- 2+ years outpatient orthopedics experience.
Preferred Skills & Experience:- One year outpatient experience, will consider new grad.
Schedule Notes:13 weeks 40 hrs/wk: preferable Mon/Wed 7:30-4, Tues/Thur 9:30-6, Fri: 7:30-4 but negotiable.
Equiliem Healthcare specializes in staffing clinical, non-clinical, and allied personnel. We excel in all levels, disciplines, and specialties within the healthcare spectrum. Our projects range from short to long term local and travel assignments. Equiliem has been recognized as a certified small business enterprise. In addition, we are proud that we have earned the prestigious Joint Commission accreditation for staffing firms and have been awarded Best in Staffing 4 years running by our employees and client partners.
Benefits offered to our workers include the following:- Medical Insurance
- Vision & Dental insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401K
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Discounts & Rewards
- Payroll Payment Options
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