Physical Therapist - Outpatient - FT

Qualifications

Required: Current Oregon licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligibility and
evidence of application for licensure.  Pelvic floor physical therapists will
have completed at least level 1 training through a training institution widely
recognized by the profession.  Computer literacy skills.

Lic/Reg/Cert: Current Oregon licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligibility
and evidence of application for licensure.  Pelvic floor physical therapists
will have completed at least Level 1 training through a training institution
widely recognized in the profession.

Typical Physical/Mental Demands: Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach
frequently. Possesses physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond
quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs.  Must be able to
see, hear and speak with or without assistive devices. Must be able to lift 50
pounds during patient mobility occasionally and 25 pounds or less frequently
utilizing proper body mechanics. Needs ability to communicate effectively
through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.    Proficiency
in executive function skills, including planning, organization, focusing
attention, flexible thinking/problem solving, memory, self-monitoring, and
juggling of multiple tasks.

Essential Job Functions

* Under valid referral process, carries out an individualized program of
physical therapy, including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation,
education, and effective communication to maximize a patient’s progress
toward achieving functional goals.
* Provides direct patient care within scope of practice. Seeks excellence in
practice by utilizing evidence-based or best practice techniques. 
* Has knowledge and skills to care for the physical and developmental needs of
the population age groups that will be receiving services. Is kind and
welcoming to all, regardless of gender, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation,
socio-economic status, or other factors.
* Provides counseling to patients and patients’ families/caregivers about
results of testing and recommended treatment options.  Involves patients and
families in goal setting and treatment decision making process.
* Appropriate supervision of Physical Therapy Assistant, with regular and
timely communication.
* Appropriate use of Rehabilitation Aides.
* Continuously monitors patients’ functional needs and progress, adjusting plan
of care as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
* Clear, concise, and timely documentation including evaluation, plan of care,
daily treatments, progress notes and discharge summaries.
* Clear and timely documentation of other conversations with or regarding
patients (e. g. telephone encounter to document any discussions with patients,
providers, vendors, etc.)
* Demonstrates integrity through compliance with insurance regulations,
accountable billing procedures, judicious use of patient’s resources, and
HIPAA rules.
* Maintains good efficiency through effective use of downtime that occurs
through patient no shows and/or cancellations.
* Complies with hospital and departmental policies and procedures, Quality
Improvement program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
* Supportive to ancillary staff. This includes clear communication with front
office staff and compliance with department procedures for scheduling,
cancellations, no-shows, and any other duties primarily associated with the
front office.
* Encourages innovation by enhancing professional growth and development of
self and others through participation in educational programs, in-services,
and workshops. Keeps up to date on professional literature.
* Communicates in a kind and respectful manner to maintain a positive working
relationship with all health professionals, ancillary staff, patients, and
caregivers/family.
* Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations.

Marginal Job Functions

* Serves as Clinical Instructor for Physical Therapy students at various stages
of their education.
* Allows observation by and provides mentorship to high school or undergraduate
students.
* Promotes the profession and Sky Lakes organization through participation in
in-services to residents or other hospital departments, and participation
community education events.
* Performs other duties as assigned.