Physical Therapist

PrismHR; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Staff Physical Therapist to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will evaluate and treat patients, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care. You'll collaborate closely with families and healthcare professionals, developing tailored treatment plans and supervising assistants to enhance patient outcomes. This position not only offers the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of patients but also provides opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about physical therapy and eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• Evaluate and treat patients within 24 hours of referral.
• Develop treatment plans and communicate with healthcare team.
• Maintain documentation according to state practices.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop effective treatment plans.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in patient care.
• Communicate patient progress with healthcare team.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Communication Skills

Supervision of Assistants

Documentation Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

State License as Physical Therapist

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

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Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $50.00/hr

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The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay.
• Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician.
• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act.
• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
• Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.
• Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.
• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per PT Board
• State Practice Act and governmental and third-party payer requirements.
• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility, i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• . Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
• Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Standing and /or walking very frequently.
• Sitting occasionally.
• Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
• Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
• Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.
• Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects.
• Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally.
• Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Physical Therapy.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state. Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
• Must maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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