What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Abrazo Scottsdale Campus?
Overview
Abrazo Scottsdale Campus Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
At Abrazo Scottsdale Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Summary
Position Summary
Evaluates, plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing patient assessment/re-assessment, direct patient care, and individualized care planning/implementation.
Responsibilities
- Assess patient needs for physical therapy in a timely fashion; completes initial evaluation in accordance with the policies and procedures of the department. Documents patient care efficiently and effectively.
- Develops and maintains long and short-term treatment goals that are functional and measurable for each patient. Re-evaluates and modifies treatment programs as warranted.
- Integrates information, prioritizes needs, involves patient/family in planning process. Provides education to patients, caregivers, and other appropriate personnel regarding the patient's status recommendations.
- Utilizes the most appropriate form of treatment provided with the highest level of care.
- Maintains and upgrades skills in the field by retaining membership in relevant professional organizations, attending educational workshops/conferences, self-study, inservices etc.
- Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
- Special Skills:
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, families and physicians.
- Minimum Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited Program in Physical Therapy.
- Licensure/Certifications: Licensure and Registration in Arizona. CPR.
- Preferred Requirements:
- Experience: Six months of experience preferred.
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Organization Description
Abrazo Scottsdale Campus is a full-service acute care hospital providing specialized services and home to the Abrazo Surgical Institute. The hospital offers comprehensive orthopedic care featuring navigational technology and sports medicine, outpatient rehabilitation services and enhanced diagnostic imaging as well as emergency care. Join our team!
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