PT/ Physical Therapist

NOTE: The Doctors Clinic [TDC] has a Professional Services Agreement with Franciscan Medical Group; a not-for-profit organization. Physicians who refer to Physical Therapists hired by TDC have no profit or loss interest in TDC’s Physical Therapy department. All profits and losses of running TDC’s Physical Therapy practice are owned by Franciscan Medical Group.

1.0 FTE

Salmon Medical Center | Physical Therapy Department

Schedule: 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday.

*Days can be flexible but must include Friday.

*Times can be flexible but must take place between 6:30AM and 5:30PM

JOB TITLE: Physical Therapist

REPORTS TO: Clinic Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Overview

Responsible for planning and administering physical therapy treatment plans designed to alleviate pain, restore function, prevent disabilities, and promote overall fitness and health of patients.

Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To

1. Provides skilled physical therapy treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results of patients.

2. Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, recommending and/or providing assistive equipment; recommending follow-up programs.

3. Promptly and thoroughly documents and maintains clinical and administrative records regarding patient limitations/interventions, treatments, responses and progress to administered therapy as well as discharge summaries.

4. Maintain patient records confidentially.

5. Records treatment charges daily and completes charge tickets in accurate and timely manner.

6. Supervises and directs Physical Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides in direct patient care and related activities as requested.

7. Complies with the Washington State Physical Therapy Act, codes and regulations.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Must be able to recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations per protocols.

2. Maintain work area, exam rooms and supplies.

3. Maintain professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.

4. Follows all of The Doctors Clinic policies and procedures.

5. Adhere to employer work practices as described in TDC Occupational Blood Born Exposure Plan policy.

6. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff and management.

7. Keep regular clinic hours as approved by Manager.

8. Attends meetings as requested.

9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

1. Graduate from an accredited physical therapy program.

2. Current Washington State Physical Therapist license.

Certification/Licensure: CPR certification for Health Care Providers.

Experience: One year as a Physical Therapist or comparable internship.

Skills

1. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

2. Knowledge of CPT & ICD-9 coding procedures.

3. Thorough knowledge of physical therapy principles and practices.

4. Working knowledge of computer programs.

Other Requirements

1. Maintain current CPR. Maintain current State of Washington license

2. Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.

3. Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or stressful situation.

4. Ability to communicate effectively in the English language in person, by phone and in writing.

5. Requires adherence to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, attendance, punctuality and personal appearance.

Physical Requirements

1. Hearing: Adequate to perform job duties in person and over the telephone.

2. Speaking: Must be able to communicate clearly to patients and coworkers in person and over the telephone.

3. Vision: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens, and including visual examination of patients.

4. Other: The position is mostly sitting, standing and walking throughout the day with occasional bending and reaching. Requires frequent lifting and carrying of items weighing less than 25 pounds including assisting patients and up to 30 pounds in surgeries when required. Involves potential exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a clinical environment.

The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance for this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

The hourly salary range for this position is $40.86 to $62.50. The salary range is an estimate and the actual salary will vary based on the applicant's education, training, experience, licensure/certifications, as well as internal equity and alignment with local market data. At The Doctors Clinic, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Compensation and benefit eligibility are based off of FTE, assigned job classification and description.

The Doctors Clinic currently offers the following benefits for eligible FTE’s:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), or Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO), Long Term Illness (LTI) Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing
• Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance

The Doctors Clinic Is an Equal Opportunity Employer