What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Supervisor position at University Health Services?
- Manages, coordinates and supervises the administrative, fiscal and day-to-day operations for the Physical Therapy Clinic.
- Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, budgeting and staffing.
- Provides in-service training, consultation, and supervision to physical therapists, student physical therapists, and medical personnel.
- Coordinates program with athletic trainers, Leach Center, and other specialty workers.
- Develops and implements individually designed planned programs of physical therapy treatments to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent physical dysfunction based on physician referral and/or patient's medical diagnosis.
- Makes medically indicated referrals to other specialists/consultants and coordinates treatment planning with other providers.
- Evaluates effects of treatment and adjusts to achieve maximum benefit.
- Instructs/educates patients in treatment procedures to be performed between visits and after discharge.
- Documents the patient history, diagnostic finding and treatment in the patient's Electronic Medical Record.
- Attends and participates in UHS professional and administrative committees. Conducts case presentations, special projects, and other related assignments as assigned.
- Actively participates with other medical staff in implementing approved policies and procedures emanating from these committees.
- Assists with preparation for accreditation.
- During periods of reduced clinical demand (ie: summer), may support other administrative, outreach, or operational tasks as needed to support the overall mission and function of the department. During non-peak times, responsibilities may shift to include cross-training, special projects, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelors from an accredited school of PT & 2 yrs experience in a hospital home health or private office setting.
- Current licensure to practice required by the Fl DOH Division of MQA.
- Current CPR Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of current principles, methods and practices for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.
- Ability to assess patient condition independently or in consultation. Provide appropriate treatment or referral for treatment.
- Ability to train and supervise employees.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and retrieve files from active or archive sources. Basic filing practices to include numeric and alphabetic.
- Knowledge of the concept, principles and practices of management.
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Work Location: In person