Physical Therapist II - Redbank PT/OT Center - Full Time - Days

Evaluate, plan and implement physical therapy treatment programs for referred patients in order to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain, and return the patient to his/her maximum function. Follow The Christ Hospital and department approved policies related to documentation, attendance, education, etc. Show respect and courtesy to all staff, patients, and visitors.

1. Patient Evaluation:

1. a. Selects appropriate therapeutic assessment tools including a minimum of observation, ROM, functional strength, and palpation, and documents findings objectively and appropriately.
2. b. Develops individualized treatment programs consistent with patient diagnosis, status, and goals.   Treatment plan is recorded in flowsheet for assistive personnel before first follow-up visit.
3. c. Establishes goals/plan of care that includes realistic and measurable goals in relation to the patient’s functional goals, diagnosis, prognosis, learning ability of the patient/caregiver, physical/mental status, and anticipated lifestyle. 
4. d. Completes evaluations according to departmental policy. 
5. e. Evaluates for needed equipment and follow-up, if indicated.
6. f. Completes plan of care and faxes to MD, when required, before first follow-up visit.                        
7. a. Records Pain Analogue Score every visit
8. b. Records objective measurements minimum of every eighth visit including but not limited to ROM, MMT, girth measurements, functional assessment, special tests, gait analysis, etc.
9. c. Updates and/or revises goals a minimum of every eighth visit, or indicates goals are still appropriate, based on objective measures.
10. d. Completes and sends physician update to referring practitioner at least once every 10th visit or 30 days as required by Medicare.

2. Reassessment:

3.   Treatment:

4. Documentation:

5. Professional Development:

6. Productivity/Department Management:

• Documentation is complete and up-to-date.
• Involved in maintaining adequate inventory of supplies. 
• Proactive with cleaning and organization of clinic and staff office per cleaning logs. 
• Notifies clinical engineering or other appropriate personnel for maintenance and repair of equipment. 
• Makes marketing visits to area physicians per marketing log.

Knowledge And Skills:

Please describe any specialized knowledge or skills, which are REQUIRED to perform the position duties.  Do not personalize the job description, credentials, or knowledge and skills based on the current associate.  List any special education required for this position.

EDUCATION: Degree in physical therapy from approved APTA school

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: Prefer one year outpatient experience, will consider new grad

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Customer service and interpersonal skills

Licenses & Certifications:

Licensed to practice Physical Therapy.

Cpr Certified.