PHYSICAL THERAPIST

SITE OF SERVICE:

· Physical/Occupational Therapy Clinic at Naval Branch Health Clinic (NBHC) Naval Air Station (NAS) Joint Reserve Base (JRB) Belle Chasse, New Orleans, LA 70037

· The health care worker (HCW) may be required to provide services at an alternate worksite. If required to provide services at an alternate worksite, the HCW shall be given 2 weeks advance notice. All clinics are located within a 20-mile radius

POSITION QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS:

· Degree: Master's degree in physical therapy or Baccalaureate degree in physical therapy for graduates prior to January 1, 2002.

· Education: Graduate from a college or university approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

· Experience: Possess one year of clinical work experience as a full-time Physical Therapist within the preceding two years.

· Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a physical therapist.

· Certification: Must have current Hands-on BLS certification through AHA or ARC

· U.S. Citizenship: HCWs performing under this contract shall be U.S. citizens.

· Certification: Current Basic Life Saver (BLS) hands on certification through the AHA

· English Language Requirement: The Contractor shall ensure that all HCWs providing services under this contract are able to read, write, and speak English well enough to effectively communicate.

· HCW Physical Capability: HCWs shall be physically capable of standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time and physically capable of performing all services.

CORE DUTIES: 

· Maintain a level of productivity comparable with that of other individuals performing similar services.

· Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities.

· Practice aseptic techniques as necessary. Comply with infection control guidelines to include the proper handling, storage, and disposal of infectious wastes, and the use of universal precautions to prevent the spread of infection. 

· Function with an awareness and application of safety procedures.

· Perform efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. Anticipate potential problems/emergencies and make appropriate interventions. Notify supervisor, director, or other designated person regarding problems that the HCW is unable to manage.

· Apply an awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and strive to manage situations in a reduced risk manner.

· Participate in the implementation of the Family Advocacy Program as directed. Participation shall include, but not be limited to, appropriate medical examination, documentation, and reporting.

· Exercise awareness and sensitivity to patient/significant others' rights, as identified within the MTF.

· Maintain an awareness of responsibility and accountability for own professional practice.

· Participate in continuing education to meet own professional growth.

· Attend and/or comply with all annual training classes required by the Command, to include but not limited to online annual training provided by the MTF: disaster training, infection control, Sexual Harassment, Bloodborne Pathogens, Fire and Safety, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE), and all other required training.

· Actively participate in the command’s Performance Improvement Program. Participate in meetings to review and evaluate the care provided to patients, identify opportunities to improve the care delivered, and recommend corrective action when problems exist.

· Participate in the provision of in-service training to clinic staff members. Provide training and/or direction as applicable to supporting government employe­es (e.g., hospital corpsmen, students, etc.).

· Attend and participate in various meetings as directed.

· Perform timely, accurate, and concise documentation of patient care.

· Operate and manipulate automated systems such as CHCS, AHLTA, Essentris, MHS Genesis and Clinical Information System (CIS), participate in clinical staff Performance Improvement (PI) and Risk Management (RM) functions, as prescribed by the Commander. Maintain DOD email account as directed. The HCW shall be responsive to all email and voicemail communications.

· Exercise appropriate delegation of tasks and duties in the direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care, and clinic activities.

· Maintain documentation of all treatment provided in accordance with clinic directives, and prepare such records and reports as may be required. All records and reports must be legible. Abbreviations must be only those listed in local instructions.

· Perform a full range of physical therapist services in accordance with the scope of clinical privileges granted by the MTF.

· Plan and prepare written treatment programs based on an evaluation of the patient.

· Administer manual exercises to improve and maintain function.

· Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in performing various physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and in use of assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.

· Administer soft tissue mobilization, applying knowledge of mobilization techniques and body physiology.

· Administer traction to relieve pain, using traction equipment.

· Record treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart and/or automated systems.

· Coordinate treatment with physician and other staff members to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of the patient's health care. Contact referring physicians regarding patient care concerns, as required.

· Perform prevention and wellness activities, education, screening, and promote positive health behaviors.

HOURS:

· Services shall normally be provided Monday through Friday between the hours of 0730 and 1630 for a 9- hour period, including an uncompensated 1-hour meal break.

· The HCW shall be on duty for 80 hours every 2 weeks, except during periods of approved leave and holidays. 

· In no instance will the HCW be required to provide services (on-site service plus approved leave and holidays) in excess of 80 hours per 2-week period.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS

Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Must be able and willing to reprioritize on short notice and work on multiple simultaneous projects. Flexible and able to work with various personalities. Team work skills required. Time management skills required. The ability to meet deadlines in a deadline intensive environment is essential. High level of adaptability and willingness to embrace change in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

LUKE is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration from employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

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