Physical Therapist - Sports Plus Martin

Category

Rehab/Therapy

City

Martin

State

Tennessee

Shift: 10 - Day (United States of America)

Job Description Summary

Provides quality physical therapy services to most diagnoses, including evaluation, intervention and education, program planning and implementation, discharge planning, related documentation and communication.

Under the general supervision of the physical therapy program manager, and the clinical supervision of a mentor, the Staff Physical Therapist treats a variety of diagnoses per department standards, as assigned by the mentor, and/or program manager. Employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the hospital.

Essential Job Functions

Plan, organize and adjust the daily schedule to optimally use available time, space and equipment in order to provide the best possible treatment.

Utilize the appropriate treatment techniques, based on the latest information available and standards of practice, for selected diagnosis to create and meet the plan of treatment.

• Maintains sufficient supplies and materials, in working order, for each treatment session.
• Keeps treatment area clean and organized.
• Use appropriate tests and measurements for the patient’s age and problems that lead to an accurate understanding of the problems.
• Develop objective and measurable goals that are supported by the evaluation.
• Develop a treatment plan that is supported by the goals.

Reevaluate and redefine goals and treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s needs and per the department policy and procedures.

Participates in the training of other team members when appropriate, and provides educational opportunities to others at the request of supervisor or program manager.

Document patients’ records accurately, concisely, legibly and in a timely manner to illustrate both progress and/or lack of progress per department standards.

• Completes departmental and corporate (non-patient related) forms accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assures charges that are appropriate for treatment/ services rendered.
• Terminates treatment at the appropriate time per department standards.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.
• Expectation of Productivity noted in each different cost center/clinic

Possible related activities as assigned to include educational activities; ie teaching classes for public or peers; participation in health or community fairs; and/or marketing services to your particular market share.

As an employee of WTH, a professional manner is expected at all times while you are in uniform or wearing a WTH logo in the community.

Job Specifications

Education

B.S., entry level M.S., or dPT degree in physical therapy.

Licensure, Registration, Certification

• Physical Therapist License in the State of Tennessee.
• BLS for Healtcare providers obtained during probationary period and maintained duirng employment.

Experience

N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Ability to ensure the patient’s privacy.
• Basic Computer skills.

Nondiscrimination Notice Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.