AnADP Client, Houghton Physical Therapy is actively seeking for a PhysicalTherapist to join their team.

Readyto heal, empower, and inspire? Our bustling clinic is seeking a dedicatedphysical therapist, DPT, clinical manager who is passionate about transforminglives through personalized care and innovative techniques. If you’re ready tomake a profound difference in the lives of others while advancing your careerin a supportive and dynamic environment, you’ve come to the right place. Withthe state-of-the-arts facility and collaborative atmosphere, you’ll have theresources and support you need to thrive and excel. Come be a part of ourmission to make a lasting impact in the lives of our community. Let’s worktogether to create a world where everyone can move freely and withoutlimitation!

Summary:

PhysicalTherapist day-to-day activities are to maintain their patient caseload of newand existing patients. To ensure each patient stays on track to complete theirPlan of Care reaching a discharge status.

Worksthrough any challenges they may be facing related to their treatment andconsults the referring physician when needed. Ensures all documentation iscomplete in a timely manner and works closely with the front office and billingstaff to ensure the needs of each patient are met both clinically andadministratively following each insurance expectation and protocols. 

WhatWe Offer:

• Competitive salary, commensurate on experience.
• $5,000 sign on bonus
• Bonus opportunities.
• This is a full-time and permanent opportunity with plenty of room for growth.
• Benefits including Medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, 401k plan, Vacation and Holidays.
• 40-hours per week (Monday-Friday)
• This position will be 100% onsite

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs New Patient Evaluation as prescribed by the referring physician.
• Performs Patient Re-evaluations
• Create daily Progress Notes
• Creates Progress Reports as needed, in accordance with each insurance’s protocols
• Performs and creates a formal Discharge Note & Summary once the patient has reached Maxim Medical Improvement (MMI)
• Reaches out the referring physician if necessary, regarding the well-being of a patient
• Collaborates with Clinical Manager, Front Desk Staff and Billing Department regarding patient questions, scheduling, billing questions.
• Co-treats with Physical Therapist Assistant(s)

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy or Licensed Physical Therapist
• Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree
• Computer skills required
• Other skills required: Communication, Written, Verbal, Customer Service

Competencies:

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires, the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Physical Demands andWork Environment:

• Continually required to stand
• Continually required to walk
• Continually required to sit
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Frequently required to balance, bend, stoop, kneel
• Continually required to talk or hear
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 10 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision; Distance vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus