Staff Physical Therapist

105230

• Description*$10,000.00 - 3 YEAR COMMITMENT INCENTIVE*
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Summary:
The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients with neurological, medical or musculoskeletal disorders or conditions that impact activities of daily living, mobility and independence. Plans, organizes and directs patients in recommended activities that improve and manage their conditions and restore or increase functional independence, mobility and comfort.
Responsibilities:
1. Evaluates, plans and implements treatment programs for referred patients according to accepted principles and practices of physical therapy.
2. Designs an appropriate plan of care that integrates goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge plan. Adjusts the care based on patient response and available evidence.
3. Collaborates with providers, nurses, other therapy providers and vendors.
4. Educates patient and family regarding treatment plans.
5. Provides services effectively and efficiently to minimize backups in patient flow.
6. Completes documentation pertaining to evaluation and treatment to meet regulatory requirements including interventions provided in combination with patient response.
7. Documents accurate charges on all patients on a timely basis.
8. Initiates appropriate schedule changes on a timely basis.
9. Provides in-service training to teammates as needed or directed.
10. Provides clinical instruction to students.
11. Provides supervision and direction to Physical Therapy Assistants, Rehab Services Technicians and secretarial teammates. Serves as a resource and role model.
12. Completes continuing education and in-service programs to meet regulatory and job requirements as applicable.
13. Actively participates in staff meetings and on committees as requested.
14. Participates in performance improvement activities.
15. Presents and promotes a professional demeanor at all times, establishes high standards of customer service and patient care, supports responsibility, pride, and teamwork, remains calm when under pressure, and offers reasonable solutions for problems. Relates to patients in a compassionate and sincere manner.
16. Demonstrates appropriate interaction with and provides recommended care and services to all patients. Exhibits knowledge and basic understanding regarding the needs of neonatal, adolescent, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients, and the cultural needs of all patients.
17. Applies knowledge of principles of standard precautions. Routinely and consistently uses PPE to avoid risk of exposure to self and others.
WAYNE

Other information:
Education
Graduate of an accredited curriculum with a degree in Physical Therapy.
Licensure/Certification
Current North Carolina State license or eligible. BLS required.
Experience
Prior experience preferred, but new graduates encouraged to apply.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to motivate, educate and encourage patients.
Knowledge of contemporary and evidence-based PT practices. Familiar with acute care, orthopedics, and neurologic patient treatment procedures.
Ability to interpret clinician prescriptions and referrals.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
Proficient with MS Office and Epic\EMR software, and the ability to learn new software rapidly.
Valid NC Driver s License: No
If driving a Wayne UNC Vehicle, must be 21 years old and MVR must be approved by Risk Management.
REH-576
01.7510.REH-576.CLINICAL
• Job Details* Legal Employer: Wayne Health
Entity: Wayne UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: Rehab Therapy
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: WAYNE MED
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

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Associated topics: activity therapist, clinician, inpatient, movement disorder, physical, physical therapist, physical therapy, rehab, therapist, therapist outpatient