Physical Therapist-Outpatient Services

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care
• Day-to-day patient scheduling
• Supervision of Physical Therapist Assistants and students
• Consultation with physicians and other team members
• Documentation in the electronic medical record
• Quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI)
• Clinical education
• Guest relations
• Billing for patient services rendered
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Interprets medical history and performs a functional and comprehensive evaluation for adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
• Establishes an appropriate treatment plan based on the evaluation findings, the patient's individual goals, and current needs
• Develops goals which are objective, measurable, realistic, and in keeping with the patient's goals
• Demonstrates sound clinical decisions and clinical competence in implementing, modifying, and progressing therapy utilizing evidence-based techniques to meet the individualized patient goals
• Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient, family, physician, and other caregivers
• Includes patient, family, and caregivers in the treatment process as appropriate
• Documents evaluations, treatment, progress notes, and/or discharge notes in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with the KHN documentation policy
• Utilizes clear, concise language for documentation
• Completes other necessary documentation including but not limited to daily charges and re-certification letters for outpatients in a timely and accurate manner
• Documentation meets standards of CMS, HFAP, and other regulatory agencies
• Maintains/exceeds acceptable level of productivity based on current departmental standard
• Prioritizes caseload/schedule based on patient acuity and departmental needs, assisting co-workers as needed
• Accepts and completes assigned responsibilities and routine tasks in a timely manner
• Sets and achieves personal and professional development goals
• Provides clinical supervision of PT and/or PTA students, PTA staff, rehab aides, support personnel, and volunteers
• Seeks and accepts constructive suggestions and implements changes when needed
• Demonstrates the ability to work as a team member toward achieving department goals

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of physical therapy required. Doctorate preferred
• Licensed or eligible for license by the State of Ohio
• Ability to communicate well
• Possesses characteristics of dependability, versatility, and teamwork
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to change
• Ability to work under stress and handle multiple tasks
• Demonstrates independent thinking skills, ability to problem solve, exercise good judgment in decision making, able to analyze information
• Provides clinical supervision of PT and/or PTA students, PTA staff, rehab aides, support personnel, and volunteers
• Seeks and accepts constructive suggestions and implements changes when needed
• Demonstrates the ability to work as a team member toward achieving department goals