Physical Therapist Specialist

4 weeks ago

Springfield, Illinois, United States Springfield Clinic Full time

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist Specialist is a key member of the Springfield Clinic team, responsible for developing and implementing the Physical Therapy Specialty service line. This includes clinical protocol development, workflow coordination, and patient flow management with referring providers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide immediate support to physicians and patients in a physician clinic setting, specific to the area of specialization.
  • Coordinate patient care outside the physician clinic, focusing on rehabilitation needs.
  • Perform evaluation procedures, including range of motion, circumferential measurements, neurological and manual muscle testing, motor developmental assessment, and analysis of posture, gait, and functional activities.
  • Interpret evaluation results to determine degree of impairment, aid in differential diagnoses, and assist in establishing and revising treatment specifics.
  • Plan treatment programs based on patient complaint, physician referral, review of medical records, and evaluation results.
  • Set appropriate goals for treatment to relieve pain, restore function, and prevent disability.
  • Rule out contra-indications to treatment and recommend necessary changes.
  • Perform electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, cryotherapy, traction, and massage techniques, following established procedures and within limits set by patient condition and tolerance.
  • Administer therapeutic exercises to improve posture, strength, range of motion, coordination, and endurance.
  • Provide fitting and application of recommended orthotic devices.
  • Instruct patients in the use of assistive devices and physical therapy procedures to be continued at home.
  • Monitor the effects of treatment and modify techniques to achieve maximum benefit.
  • Document initial evaluation and progress report for patient's medical record.
  • Verbally report progress or changes in patient's condition to the referring physician as appropriate.
  • Validate treatment given for accurate completion of the charge ticket.
  • Provide input or timely scheduling for patients.
  • Provide direction and supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants and other supportive personnel.
  • Maintain professional mannerism.
  • Maintain clean, neat, and orderly work environment.
  • Attempt to provide for patient comfort and modesty.
  • Communicate tactfully in person or by telephone.
  • Economically utilize supplies.
  • Help to maintain equipment and notify the Director of problems.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedure codes.
  • File incident reports for any event in which the individual or facility might be subject to liability.
  • Notify the Director of any situation, which warrants consideration beyond the Staff Physical Therapist's duties and responsibilities.
  • Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
  • Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
  • Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
  • Perform other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy.
  • Licensed by the State of Illinois (PT).
  • CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.
  • Preferred to be a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, but not required.
  • Kinesiotaping, LSVT BIG certification for treatment of Parkinson's, Graston Technique, Sports Medicine, McKenzie Method for back pain, Lymphedema Management, Women's/Men's Health, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Dry Needling, ASTYM, ISTYM, CSCS, and BFR (Blood Flow Restriction).

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