Physical Therapist

About the role

Beloit Health System is looking to add a Physical Therapist to our Team! Shift: 1st, Schedule: Negotiable, Hours per week: 40, Benefits Status: Benefits Eligible, Department: Lee Lane Physical Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients and develops goals and a plan of care within the scope of services.
• Reviews the plan and goals and progresses and/or revises the program appropriately.
• Implements and coordinates Physical Therapy treatment within the overall treatment plan, coordinating care with other professionals as needed.
• Reviews plan of care and progresses or adjusts program as indicated and according to department policy.
• Informs, counsels and consults with patient's family, case managers, industries, etc. and other health care workers.
• Documents patient data (evaluation, treatment and progress notes, D/C summary, charges) and department statistics according to department policies and procedures.
• Provides/recommends adaptive equipment or assistive devices as indicated to increase the independence of the patient.
• Plans discharge with treatment team and provides home program if necessary.
• Educates patients and families in regard to functional outcomes and abilities of patient.
• Participates in team conferences and discharge planning with departmental staff and/or members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Provides supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants according to rules/regulations.
• Performs the necessary functions to prepare, maintain, and clean up the work area to ensure cleanliness and safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science, Master's Degree, or Doctorate of Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider CPR and AED Certification within 3 months of hire.
• Organization, time management, flexibility, and positive attitude are crucial to successful performance.
• Continuous professional development is expected.
• If Providing Physical Therapy Services in Wisconsin: Current License in the State of Wisconsin as Physical Therapist at the time of hire or prior to providing services.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to handle pressures in meeting deadlines and effectively manage multiple tasks throughout the workday.
• Ability to interact effectively with the public.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and good problem-solving skills.