SR PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Covenant Health; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Health in Morristown, TN, is seeking a Senior Physical Therapist for full-time, day shift (80 hours per pay period). The role plans, evaluates, and implements physical therapy treatment programs under supervision, with opportunities for program development, student coordination, and continuing education oversight.

Requirements include Tennessee licensure and CPR, with at least two years of experience and at least one year in the specialty.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience with at least one year in the specialty.
• None specified; licensure certifications must be current to practice in Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Independent clinical practice—evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Coordinate staff orientation and peer competency assessments.
• Provide 10 hours of education/mentorship per year.

Skills

CPR certified

Clinical experience

Job description

Overview

Senior Physical Therapist

Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift

Morristown-Hamblen Overview:

Morristown-Hamblen Healthcare Systemis a 170-bed hospital serving an eight-county region in East Tennessee’s Lakeway Area. The facility includes more than 20 emergency suites, advanced laboratories, radiology, and therapy services, and a Breast Imaging CenterofExcellence for mammograms, biopsies, and nurse navigation. The Women’s Center features six modern labor and delivery suites and a secure nursery for newborn care. Withstate-of-the-arttechnology and a dedicated team, Morristown-Hamblen provides exceptional, patient-focused care close to home.To meet the needs of our growing community, we continue to develop services, attract new physicians, and embrace innovation, all to promote an improved quality of life.

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, plans, evaluates and implements treatment programs for physical therapy patients. Additional job responsibilities may include: program development, clinical coordination of students, scheduling of supportive staff and coordinating continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• All job responsibilities of staff position.


• Independent clinical practice - evaluation and treatment of patients.


• Participate in orientation checklists and peer evaluations for competency assessment.


• Gives 10 hours education/mentorship time per year. This includes:


• Peer counseling


• Mentorship


• Community lectures/volunteer


• Orientation of new staff to area of specialty


• In-services


• Resource notebook in area of specialty


• Selects at least one student per year, if students available.


• Participates in development and implementation of new and current program policies and procedures.


• Participates in development, implementation and evaluation of standards of care and standards of practice. This includes:


• Clinical Pathway development


• New policy development


• Clinical outcomes analysis and communication to team


• QI/QA


• Assists with continuing education courses to be hosted by Covenant Health.


• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.

Minimum Experience:

Two (2) years’ experience with at least one (1) year experience in the specialty area

Licensure Requirement:

Valid Tennessee license. CPR required.