CWHH - Physical Therapist (contract)

Humana; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

STD

LTD

Life Insurance

401(k)

Commuter Benefit

Job summary

Atrium is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for a temporary contractor role assigned to work at CenterWell. The therapist will assess patients of all ages, plan and execute physical therapy programs, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include documenting plans of care, progress notes, and coordinating with physicians. Requires current PT license, CPR, and 1–2 years of acute or rehab PT experience; home care preferred.

Qualifications

• Current State License as a Physical Therapist - Required.
• Proof of current CPR certification - Required.
• Current driver's license. Must have reliable transportation and insurance - Required.
• 1-2 years experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting - Required.
• Previous home care experience - Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical assessment to identify patient needs and appropriateness of patient.
• Document, prepare/review and complete a Plan of Care (POC), progress notes, phone orders and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis.
• Plan and provide treatment for neuromuscular, neurological and orthopedic disorders based on medical referral and assessments.
• Instruct patient/family on transfer techniques and use of equipment; order and adapt rehabilitative equipment as needed.
• Provide patient/family education regarding therapeutic procedures based on age, condition and learning readiness.
• Oversee other team members in patient care as appropriate.
• Apply infection control and universal precautions in patient care activities.

Skills

PT License

CPR Certification

Driver's License

Local travel

Flexibility

English fluency

Education

B.S. in Physical Therapy

Job description

This job posting is for a temporary contractor role as an employee of Atrium assigned to work at CenterWell. A registered professional who provides physical therapy to patients of all age groups. Plans, implements and evaluates patient care plans to restore or maintain patient well being. Plans, organizes and conducts physical therapy treatment program based on the medical referral and their evaluation. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team.

Essential Functions

• Performs clinical assessment to identify patient needs and appropriateness of patient.
• Document, prepare/review and complete a Plan of Care (POC), progress notes, phone orders and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis. Revise the POC based on evaluation, ongoing assessment data. Works in consultation with the physician and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Plan and provide appropriate treatment for neuromuscular, neurological and orthopedic disorders based on medical referral and therapy assessments.
• Assist/instruct patient/family in transfer techniques appropriate to patient abilities. Instruct on use of equipment such as walkers, wheelchair, canes, braces, prosthetic devises and appliances in a safe manner. Utilize appropriate therapy equipment specific to patient diagnosis and needs. Orders appropriate rehabilitative equipment to meet patients' needs and adapts equipment, appliances to meet home limitations/requirements.
• Provides appropriate patient/family education regarding therapeutic procedures based on the patient's age, condition, culture and learning readiness.
• Performs and oversees other team members, when applicable, in the performance of patient care that is consistent with patient's needs and desires.
• Applies concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills.
• Knowledge of durable medical equipment.
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency.
• Ability to work flexible schedule and travel locally.
• Ability to do heavy lifting, bending, pulling, pushing and standing. Prolonged standing and walking required.
• Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs and to meet patient/family individualized psycho social needs.
• Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Promotes company philosophy and administrative policies.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.

Skills

• Current State License as a Physical Therapist - Required
• Proof of current CPR certification - Required
• Current driver's license. Must have reliable transportation and insurance - Required
• 1-2 years experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting - Required
• Previous home care experience - Preferred

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association approved program - Required.

Pay Rate Range

72 - 77 USD hourly

Additional Notes

The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.

CenterWell and its subsidiaries comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sex, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. CenterWell and its subsidiaries do not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sex, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion.

Benefits Information

Comprehensive Benefits Package available based on eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Supplemental and Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(K)
• Commuter Benefit Program