SCO Physical Therapist

Southern California Orthopedic Institute

Job Description

Job Title: Physical Therapist

Department: CRM

Reports To: CRM Director, CRM Medical Director, Satellite Manager (where appropriate)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Prepared By: Jason Baran

Summary

The Physical Therapist 1 is an entry level clinical role position. The PT is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in compliance with state and federal regulations and guidelines. The physical therapist will supervise support staff, and assist the team, the Director of CRM, and satellite manager in any tasks they might need in compliance with federal and state mandates and SCOI practices. California State licensure is a requirement.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education and Experience

1. Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program. 
2. Lower-level degree from an accredited physical therapy program will be accepted if lower-level degree grandfathered in for licensure. 
3. A minimum of 2 years of out-patient clinical expertise with an emphasis of differential diagnosis, examination, treatment of various musculoskeletal pathologies; both non-operative and post-operative.
4. Significant continuing education/certifications are preferable. 
5. California State licensure is a requirement.

Language Skills: Ability to read and understand simple to comprehensive instructions, correspondence, memos, medical reports. Ability to write detailed correspondence, reports and policies and procedures. Ability to effectively present information to patients and other employees of the organization. Ability to express oneself in writing to best portray a patient’s progress.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. 

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and verbal form. Ability to recognize problems or issues, determine an action plan and implement in an orderly and timely fashion. 

Computer skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate proficiency in SCOI systems and computer applications in general. 

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations: A valid California PT license in good standing. Certification in specialty and/ or treatment techniques preferred. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following

1. Reports to work as scheduled each day.
2. Acts in a manner that is indicative of team spirit and cooperation, aligned with our unique workplace culture, and wants to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success of their team.
3. Works cooperatively as a team member and supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of Southern California Orthopedic Institute.
4. Complies with SCOI Policy and Procedures.
5. Upholds the goal of patient satisfaction and high-quality service.
6. Treats in a manner that is safe and acceptable within the field of Physical Therapy.
7. Evaluates and establishes a physical therapy treatment plan of care for each patient.
8. Maintains an open line of communication with patients, staff, managers, directors, and physicians. This is to include phones and emails
9. Maintains a safe area for patient and staff.
10. Able to safely deliver treatment considering the physical requirements of the job
11. Able to complete all documentation the day services are rendered
12. Maintains a safe area for patient and staff.
13. Meets minimum productivity standards set by CRM Director; 65 patients a week
14. Attend at least the minimum continuing education requirements for licensure set forth by the California Physical Therapy Board. 
15. Maintain their Licensure as issued by the State of California, complete continuing education within timeframes as required by licensing entities, and current CPR certification.

Secondary Job Duties: Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies

Teamwork: Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions and follows through on commitments.

Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions. Works well in team problem solving situations and uses reason when dealing with difficult topics.

Technical Skills: Pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Shares expertise with others.

Customer Service: Manages difficult patient situations. Responds promptly to patient needs. Responds to requests for service and assistance.

Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict, no blaming, maintains confidentiality, and keeps emotions under control.

Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and concisely in positive or negative situations. Listens and gets clarification. Responds well to questions.

Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively. Presents numerical data effectively. Able to read and interpret written information. Documents progress notes completely, legibly, and in a timely manner per policy.

Organizational Support: Follows SCOI policies and procedures.

Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision-making process and makes timely decisions.

Motivation: Sets and achieves goals. Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Measures self against standard of excellence.

Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently.

Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance and monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity: Meets productivity standards. Completes work in a timely manner. Strives to increase productivity and works quickly and efficiently.

Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Maintains a safe area for patients and employees. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Reports potentially unsafe conditions. Uses equipment and materials properly.

Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demands. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation. Able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

Attendance and Punctuality: Is consistently at work on time. Ensures that work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Dependability: Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative: Volunteers readily. Seeks increased responsibility. Takes independent actions and calculated risks. Asks for and offers help when needed.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to frequently throughout the day. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Lifts can be up to 75# very infrequently. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment is conducive to a clinic/gym setting. Some travel by car will be expected. Little to no exposure to fumes or toxic chemicals.