What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Syringa General Hospital?
Job Summary The Staff Physical therapist provides physical therapy services including patient evaluation, development and administration of an intervention plan, documentation and communication with physicians and other referral sources, and clinical guidance to non-professional personnel. Provides therapy treatment, including wound care, in inpatient and outpatient setting as well other practice environments as necessary. This position will be based at our Kooskia clinic. Essential Job Functions
• Performs infant/child/adolescent/adult/older adult patient intervention and documentation.
• On-going modification of intervention and communicates with referral sources as necessary.
• Intervention provided in accordance with standards of practice.
• Accurately and promptly completes paperwork to ensure efficient handling of medical records.
• Performs infant/child/adolescent/adult/older adult physical therapy evaluation.
• Documents significant findings, treatment diagnoses, goals, plan of care and discharge planning.
• Enters charges daily and meets productivity standards as set by budgetary guidelines.
• Assures Quality patient care through proper utilization of staff, equipment and programs offered through the Therapy Department or Syringa Hospital and Clinics.
• Provides in-service education to hospital employees and the community.
• Assists with and participates in Performance Improvement program as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Requirements
• Current state license to practice physical therapy in Idaho.
• Current BLS certification required. Skills/Competencies
• Able to demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks, use good judgement in the delivery of patient care and communicate effectively with patients, family members, care team members, and providers. Physical Requirements
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk. Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position.
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Moderate physical activity, including lifting, bending, stooping, crouching, pulling, and pushing.
