What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Sullivan County Community Hospital?
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- B.S., M.S., D.P.T. or Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Physical Therapy
- Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy or graduate of accredited college or university with a certificate in Physical Therapy
Experience/Skills
- Three years previous Physical Therapy experience
- Demonstrates knowledge of physical medicine, physical therapy modalities, anatomy, and physiology.
- Reads and communicates effectively in English
- Possesses strong written and verbal skills
- Exhibits professionally appropriate telephone communication skills
Required Licenses/Certifications
- Physical Therapist licensed in the State of Indiana
- CPR
Working Conditions
- Clean, well-lit working environment
- Physical demands as related to movement, lifting, environment, vision, hearing, and repetitive motion
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care
ROUTINE RESPONSIBILITIES
Behavioral Expectations
- Consistently complies with established Behavioral Expectations
Therapist Duties
- Accepts responsibility for evaluation, planning, directing, and administering physical therapy treatment to clients/patients as prescribed by a licensed provider according to the Indiana standards of physical therapy practice
- Supervises and directs treatment by Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) and supervises clerical staff
- Participates in operational aspects of the department including assisting with budget input, expense management, assisting in clerical duties, and cleaning of department as needed
- Participates in departmental performance improvement and quality initiatives
Communication
- Communicates progress and provides feedback effectively with patients and families as needed in regard to their physical therapy care
- Communicates effectively with physicians and other prescribing providers regarding any concerns or changes in treatment
- Professionally communicates with nursing and other therapy staff regarding patient care as needed
Documentation
- Completes patient documentation in a clear appropriately detailed, and timely manner that meets current standards and policies
- Documents patient charges accurately and with attention to time constraints
Department-Specific Goals
- Maintains hours worked within budget
- Promotes excellence in patient satisfaction scores with scripting, capturing of patient emails, and discussions with patients about the overall importance and protocol of Press Ganey surveys
Full time/Day shift
80 hours/Biweekly