Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient

About the role

Interprets physician referrals and completes musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and/or integumentary evaluations using appropriate methods. Establishes a plan of care and implements individual treatment based on evaluation results and functional goals.

Responsibilities

• Makes decisions about patient care based on evaluation results and functional goals.
• Monitors and evaluates outcomes and adjusts the individualized treatment plan based on the patient's response to treatment.
• Communicates and collaborates with appropriate stakeholders to assist in achieving optimum care for the patient.
• Completes all required documentation following department policy and accreditation standards.
• Records patient care and progress of each patient assigned.
• Completes daily statistics, billing, and scheduling.
• Applies insurance guidelines regarding authorization and number of visits.
• Maintains site/department established productivity standards.
• Manages assigned caseload, informs site leadership of coverage needs, and assists with coverage based on department needs and regional needs.
• Pursues professional growth through participation in continuing education courses, department in-services, and reading professional literature.
• Orients new staff to clinical and department policies as requested.
• Participates in the evaluation process of co-workers by providing verbal or written feedback as requested.
• May supervise physical therapy assistants, rehab aides/techs, and physical therapy students.

Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school or educational requirements commensurate with the date of graduation.
• Maintains continuing education requirements as mandated by applicable state professional standards.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the State upon which you work.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (obtained within 90 days unless department leader has determined is not required) by American Heart Association (AHA).

Qualifications

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Intermediate computer skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organization skills.
• Demonstrated organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Skills

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, and squat throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 10 lbs. from waist to overhead.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• Must be able to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Position Requires Repetitive Use Of Hands: Simple grasping - 5-15 lbs. - 20% of the workday. Pushing/pulling - up to 75-100 lbs. - 10% of the day Fine manipulation of hands during massage and joint mobilization.
• Must have functional use of senses to allow for effective communication.
• Exposed to electrical and chemical hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, must have ability to wear protective clothing as needed.
• Position may require travel; therefore, may be exposed to road and weather hazards.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.