Physical Therapist

SUMMARY: To plan, organize, develop, and evaluate Physical Therapy Services. Services will be provided in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, to assure that the highest degree of quality care be maintained at all times. Responsible for assessing/evaluating needs of referred patients and formulating treatment plans. Provide therapy services defined in treatment plans. Responsible for initiating, completing, and submitting all required/necessary billing paperwork and documentation to ensure maximum reimbursement for Physical Therapy services rendered. This includes Medicare, Medicaid, and other possible third-party payment systems. Work cooperatively with patients, families, physicians, case managers, and adjustors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and/or RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Acquires pertinent information relating to the patient, administers appropriate assessment procedures according to standardized or recommended techniques, and establishes a treatment program based upon assessment results and sets treatment goals and priorities in collaboration with patient/family.

Selects treatment activities that demonstrate a working knowledge of physical therapy theory; plans and implements a comprehensive therapeutic program using a variety of treatment techniques; re-evaluations/modifies treatment in response to changing patient needs; records all pertinent patient information relating to evaluation, treatment and charges according to clinic policy.

Maintains a high standard of professional accountability with respect to safety, efficiency, effectiveness, ethics, and legal issues; protects patient confidentiality in regard to medical, emotional and social status.

Demonstrates appropriate and effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication with patients and their families, medical staff, colleagues and the public; participates effectively as a team member in clinics, rounds, discharge planning and patient care conferences.

Understands and complies with universal precautions, safety and risk policies and procedures.

Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select treatment programs consistent with needs and capabilities of individuals and to coordinate comprehensive services delivery.

• Maintains positive relationships with the health care team, patient, and family.
• Supervises physical therapist assistants in accordance with the state regulations.
• Satisfactory completion of on-the-job orientation and competency skills checklist.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Ongoing compliance with Carl T. Curtis educational and training requirements.

Adheres to the Carl T. Curtis' mission, vision, values, and Standards of Behavior.

• Maintains patient and clinic confidentiality.
• Promotes and maintains positive relationships with patients, visitors, coworkers, and providers.
• Actively participates in department huddles, in-services, meetings, and educational opportunities.
• Follows all departmental policies and procedures and adheres to departmental budget.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each 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 duties.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Certified Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
• Basic life support (BLS) and mandatory reporting certified or within 90 days of hire.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, and/or REGISTRATIONS

Current and unrestricted physical therapy license

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and/or ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of the current Board of Physical Therapy Laws, Rules and State Practice Act.
• Understands HIPAA regulations and privacy of patient information.
• Overall attention to detail, organizational ability, and ability to prioritize.
• The ability to work in teams and communicate accurately and clearly.
• Computer experience using Microsoft Office Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Proficient in English in order to communicate with patients, families, and other caregivers.

PLEASE NOTE: P. L. 93-638, Indian Preference and Tribal Employment rights Ordinance. (T. E. R. O) will be practiced; however, all qualified applicants will be considered.