Physical Therapist

Franciscan-Healthcare; West Point (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Franciscan Healthcare in West Point, NE is seeking a Physical Therapist to implement individualized therapy programs across pediatrics, outpatient, inpatient, nursing homes, home health, and local schools. This full-time, exempt role emphasizes assessment, planning, implementation, and patient education to maximize functional progress.

Responsibilities include coordinating with medical staff, communicating treatment plans, and documenting care in the EMR.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited School of Physical Therapy.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in Nebraska.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledgeable of EMR systems (Cerner, OptimisPT, NetHealth and Matrix Care). If previously experience is not had, capable of learning functions within each system.

Responsibilities

• Plan, refer, screen, evaluate, carry out, and discharge patient’s treatment program in coordination with other medical professionals.
• Offer effective communication to patients regarding treatment plan and discharge goals.
• Provide quality services to all patients treated.
• Complete documentation within the EMR for the treated services.

Skills

Critical thinking

Confidentiality

Accurate record keeping

Interpersonal skills

Education

Accredited School of Physical Therapy

Licensed Physical Therapist in Nebraska

Valid driver’s license

EMR knowledge (Cerner, OptimisPT, NetHealth, Matrix Care)

Tools

Cerner

OptimisPT

NetHealth

Matrix Care

Job description

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Physical Therapist

Full Time West Point, NE, US

16 days ago Requisition ID: 1261

Franciscan Healthcare is looking for a Physical Therapist to carry out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals. This position will provide services in the following settings: pediatrics, outpatient, inpatient, nursing home, home health and local schools.

Hours: Full-time, Exempt

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, refer, screen, evaluate, carry out, and discharge patient’s treatment program in coordination with other medical professional involved in the patients care.
• Offer effective communication to patients regarding treatment plan, education on condition, necessary precautions and discharge goals.
• Provide quality services to all patient we treat.
• Complete documentation within the respective EMR based on the entity which treatment was performed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience

• Graduated from an accredited School of Physical Therapy
• Licensed Physical Therapist in Nebraska
• Valid driver’s license
• Knowledgeable of EMR systems (Cerner, OptimisPT, NetHealth and Matrix Care). If previously experience is not had, capable of learning functions within each system

Other Competencies

• Ability to use critical thinking skills to organize workload according to priorities and assess situations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Ability to record information accurately and follow instructions precisely
• Interpersonal skills, specifically courtesy and tact in order to communicate effectively
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time; May be on feet for most of the shift
• Occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50lbs; if weight to be lifted exceeds 35 lbs., assistive devices should be used