AlliedTravelCareers is working with Infojini Healthcare to find a qualified PT in Craig, Alaska, 99921! Pay Information $3,211 per week About The Position ID: 49365877 Shift: Will discuss at time of interview Description: ???MUST HAVE ACTIVE ALASKA LICENSE AT TIME OF SUBMISSION TO BE CONSIDEREDMUST HAVE ALL COVID VACCINATION SERIES (INCLUDING 1 BOOSTER)?? AND FLU VACCINATION AT TIME OF SUBMISSION TO BE CONSIDERED?? Provides assessment, performs evaluation, identifies therapy diagnosis, formulates therapy treatment plan with goals and implements treatment of PT services to patients. Is responsible as the primary therapy provider to implement, supervise and modify a therapy plan of care based on assessment of patient response to optimize the outcome for each patient. Reviews clinical records and case histories. Attends care conferences, regular meetings/rounds and remains in contact with referring providers and other health care professionals to review patient s status and individual needs within the health care team concept. Collaborates with other team members to assure appropriate medical equipment is arranged and care plan is established prior to discharge. Documents patient encounter findings and treatments including diagnoses, treatment plan, recommendations, and prognoses in appropriate format according to SEARHC policies. Provides services in a timely manner and according to regulatory requirements. Works with in-patient and out-patient populations in various settings as assigned. Directs the work of support staff, students or interns. Facilitates a healthcare partnership between providers, the patients and their families. Develops, implements and conducts patient education and therapy programs based on patient and/or family needs. Provides patients and families clear and concise home exercise programs to achieve the fullest rehabilitative potential. The provider ensures that these instructions are understood by asking for feedback and return demonstration of programs by patient or caregivers. Programs are taught demonstrating sensitivity to cross cultural issues. Advises patients and family members in methods that facilitate a capacity for self-care and independence, facilitating movement towards a healthcare partnership between providers, the patients and their families. Home programs are clear and concise, and the provider ensures that these instructions are understood by asking for feedback and demonstration of programs by patient or caregivers. Assists senior staff in administrative matters, clinic operations, and speciality/research areas as appropriate. Utilizes the hospital computer system to obtain patient information and to keep abreast of hospital directives. Participates in the timely and efficient flow of information via email and other digital platforms as appropriate. Provides summary of results, statistics and metrics as required by management. Assists in acquisition and fit of durable medical equipment/devices based on needs of patient. Maintains supply stocks and clinical equipment at acceptable levels. Remains current in specific billing procedures/mechanisms (Medicare, Medicaid and third-party payers) to aid in reimbursement of services, dispensable supplies and plan of care concurrence with referring providers. Maintains cleanliness of clinical space. Therapy services may be performed in a variety of settings that will be unique to the community or primary assignment. These can include, but not be limited to: Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital, Wrangell Medical Center, the patient s home, Mt. Edgecumbe High School Student Health Clinic, SEARHC Community Clinics, community senior centers, Pioneer Home, health/job fairs, patient s workplace, and other collaborative efforts between SEARHC Rehabilitative Services Department and the communities we serve. This may include participation with project or health promotion teams. Video conferencing may be used for patient encounters, training, and administrative duties with off-site locations. When appropriate, home assessments for evaluation of patient s living arrangements may occur to allow for use of durable medical equipment and implementation of therapy plan in the home living environment. Occasional multi-day travel to remote locations by boat or small plane may be required and may occur in inclimate or harsh weather. Educates staff on PT issues and educates patient/family with therapeutic exercises, activities and equipment. Assists in committee and management duties and represents the Rehabilitation Services Department as requested. Provides therapy consultation, presentations, and in-services to medical staff, consultants, and other interdisciplinary health care personnel and patient populations regarding therapy services as assigned. This may include participation with project or health promotion teams. In order to keep current with knowledge of therapy procedures/techniques and improve clinical service staff will participate as a learner or teacher in clinical education, in-service, etc. Continuing educational funds will be allocated for the benefit of the department. Adheres to the regulatory and practice standards of PT set by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Follows all SEARHC confidentiality and quality assurance standards; participates in SEARHC SQM functions, utilizes SQM principles in all aspects of the job. Demonstrates sensitivity to cross cultural issues. Performs other duties or activities as assigned. Baseline Qualification Requirements Education/Experience Entry level qualifying masters or doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from a accredited program or Graduate from an APTA approved program of Physical Therapy at the Baccalaureate level with 2 years proven work and Continuing Education experience that indicates applicant has mastered the knowledge base that would typically be taught in a master s program. Broad-based clinical experience in multiple settings preferred. License/Certification Licensed as a Physical Therapist. Current Basic Life Support certification. Valid Driver s license. Knowledge, Skills Abilities: Knowledge of musculoskeletal physiology including active/passive range of motion, gait, strength, biomechanics and mental cognition in order to administer a variety of standardized assessments, being able to select the most appropriate test for a specific client and implement treatments accordingly. Knowledge in various techniques for providing sound assessments, evaluations, treatment planning, and treatments for patients presenting with various diagnoses and functional deficits among the general population. Knowledge of various regulations and practice standards as they relate to PT including billing mechanisms (Medicaid, Medicare and third-party payers) that may be available for patient equipment and services. PT treatment skills: Skill to utilize, properly fit and train patients with adaptive devices. Including but not limited to splints, braces, orthoses, seating equipment, durable medical equipment and ADL assistive device Skills in expressing self clearly and effectively in written and spoken communication in documentation of written reports, client progress notes, narrative summaries, as well as in training clinical and non-clinical staff; consulting with upper management, outside agencies, organizations, and subordinates; networking with other providers in the community; and proficient in public speaking. Demonstrates skills utilizing information technology. Proficiency with computers including multiple software applications. Able to interface with multiple programs. Uses technologies such as laptops, tablets and imaging devices. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, teachers, community members and non-PT service professionals, persons of any level of understanding. Including the ability to translate complex PT service diagnoses, evaluations, and therapies into simple oral and written language that others can understand. Must have the physical ability to deliver treatment techniques and assist patient mobility while keeping patients and self-safe. Must have the ability to exercise sound judgment in all aspects of employment such as patient care, workplace safety and employee relations.?? Position Billing string = Medefis Guaranteed Hours: 40 Contract Weeks:91 8837741EXPPLAT About Infojini Healthcare At Infojini Healthcare, We tell it like it is. Infojini Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms. Consecutively ranked among the INC 5000 fastest-growing companies from the past five years, Infojini is dedicated to serving excellence in a breadth of staffing services. Our global footprints are spread over 26 locations including the USA, Canada, and India. Working at the intersection of people, process, and technology, our recruiters constantly provide progressive and sustainable staffing solutions to challenges faced by our clients. Being in the industry since 2006 and serving an array of healthcare facilities, we understand the key talent needs of the healthcare industry and its associated verticals. Full-time, part-time, temp-to-hire, contractual, or urgent hiring, whatever is your requirement, you can trust Infojini to deliver the specific skills and expertise you need. At Infojini Healthcare, we understand the importance of quality patient care. With our comprehensive allied professionals and nurse staffing services, we provide you access to a qualified network of healthcare professionals including allied and nursing staff. Each professional is pre-screened and matched to your specific qualifications, for assignments ranging from three weeks up to several months. Trained in the latest technologies, our temporary allied professionals offer you a broad spectrum of specialties in therapy, imaging, laboratory, and pharmacy. Our extensive network of qualified travel nurses is available on a variety of assignment lengths customizable to your needs – per diem (1-n weeks), traditional travel (13-26 weeks), and short-term travel (4-8 weeks). We know every healthcare facility is incomplete without its backend teams. To support this, we place proficient and trained EMR & EHR professionals after thorough skill evaluation, licensing verification, and other background checks. These professionals combine their healthcare expertise and IT skills to strengthen your admin and clerical needs. Healthcare roles we specialize in, Registered Nurses Allied Healthcare Professional Healthcare IT Specialists Clerical & Admin Staff