PRN Physical Therapist - Women's Health

Davita Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a temporary PRN Physical Therapist to evaluate patients and perform treatments for a pelvic health patient population. This role involves patient coordination and the provision of high-quality care across Creighton Therapy and Wellness locations in Omaha. Candidates with experience in women's health and the relevant licensure are preferred, contributing to a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in women's and men's health/pelvic health physical therapy preferred.
• Completion of HIPAA and immunization requirements prior to patient care.
• Experience in clinical education and student learning within the clinical learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and perform therapeutic treatment procedures.
• Coordinate care with healthcare team members.
• Serves students in occupational and physical therapy as a clinical education site.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Conflict Resolution

Education

Graduation from a physical therapy education program

ABPTS Board-Certification in women's health physical therapy

License to practice Physical Therapy in Nebraska

Job description

Position Summary:

This temporary, PRN Physical Therapist evaluates patients with known or suspected health conditions and performs therapeutic treatment procedures as indicated with a primarily pelvic health patient population.Makes patient referrals to other health care agencies/disciplines as indicated.Instructs patients and family members in individualized activity programs designed to maximize functional abilities. Completes timely documentation. Coordinates care with other members of the health care team across the continuum of care. Supports the advancement of function for a women's and men's health outpatient clientele. Preference with experience in women's health and/or pelvic health. Employee is also responsible for supporting the mission and goals of Creighton Therapy and Wellness.This PRN position provides patient care or has patient interaction with a pediatric and adult population of patients. This position may be placed at either of the Creighton Therapy and Wellness locations, Creighton Campus or West Omaha (17055 Frances Street, Suite 100), based on the needs of the clinic.

Essential Functions:

At all times employees are expected to uphold Creighton's core values and demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment, while adhering to all University Ethical Standards of Conduct, rules, regulations, and job requirements, including required educational trainings.

*Provide high quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care

*Serve as a premier clinical education site for SPAHP occupational therapy and physical therapy students as well as post-professional education

*Uses computer programs to assist with administrative responsibilities related to clinic practice

*Completes care coordination between a healthcare team related to patient care

Education & Experience:

*Graduation from a physical therapy education program is required

*Experience in women's and men's health/pelvic health physical therapy preferred.

*ABPTS Board-Certification in women's health physical therapy (WCS) and/or pelvic health certification preferred.

*Experience with marketing/advertising specialty services to other healthcare professionals preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

*Displayed proficiency in the use of common physical therapy standardized assessments, an understanding of pelvic floor function and pathophysiology, and the use of treatment procedures associated with pelvic floor dysfunctions is required prior to and following hire.

*Completion of HIPAA and immunization requirements prior to patient care is required.

*Completion of NPI number; insurance plan credentialing; and children and vulnerable adult training prior to independent patient care are required.

*Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests.

*Ability to resolve conflict amongst staff and to work collaboratively with clinic director, clinic assistant director, clinic manager, clinic staff (including other occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech pathologists), referring physicians, and other members of the healthcare team.

*Ability to concentrate and focus on projects.

*Possesses creative systems thinking to ensure operational efficiency.

*Ability to problem solve and make decisions.

*Self-control and stress tolerance in dealing with multiple requests and conflicting demands from multiple customers.

*Demonstrates clear verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills, especially in recording evaluations and patient progress notes.

*Functions effectively and efficiently under stress with frequent interruptions.

*Requires minimal sustained direction in carrying out departmental and professional responsibilities.

*Self-starting and self-motivating.

*Experience in clinical education and student learning within the clinical learning environment.

*Ability to work collaboratively with other therapy disciplines and co-treat/coordinate care as needed.

*Uses the clinic documentation system independently following training/orientation.

Licenses/Certifications:

*Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice Physical Therapy by the Nebraska State Department of Health is required.

*Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.

*Board certification in women's health or certificate in pelvic health rehabilitation is preferred.

AAP/EEO Statement

Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination.

Disclosure Statement

This description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.