Physical Therapist

JOB PURPOSE:

The Physical Therapist (PT) supports the treatment of illness and/or injury through the use of physical exercises and therapies, which assist in the rehabilitation and restoration of, body functions to promote maximum client wellness and independence. The incumbent provides therapy programs for patients of all ages with developmental deficits, physical injury or illness. Any position that has direct patient care is considered to be safety sensitive by Avem Health Partners standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Administers a variety of patient care and special procedures utilizing unique skills/training to this department.
• Coordinates PT services, providing assigned clients with direct therapeutic care, and teaching rehabilitation skills to the client and/or caregiver that promote maximum client independent functionality and safety.
• Provides preventive and rehabilitative PT procedures individualized to the client and according to age specific needs. Performs all duties within the scope of the physical therapy practice guidelines and in accordance with productivity standards.
• Develops and revises a plan of care based on the initial assessment, continual reassessment of client/family needs, client history, diagnosis, physician orders, expected outcomes, and client goals to include discharge plans when appropriate.
• Performs or monitors the application of treatments involving the use of physical agents such as heat, water, and electricity, using equipment such as whirlpool baths, electrical muscle stimulation, and ultrasound. Follows utilization guidelines and protocols.
• Formulates and implements appropriate teaching plans, communicates significant clinical findings and changes to the physician and other involved personnel, including clients.
• Documents all skilled and medically necessary care thoroughly, timely and accurately. Plans of care, documentation, and care provided must comply with Medicare, State, Federal, insurance and payer requirements as well as local policy.
• Maintains client and organizational confidentiality at all times.
• Participates in the Quality Management (Quality Improvement) program and completes all required in-service programs to ensure standards are met and skills are kept current.
• Delivers a high level of customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Demonstrates leadership competencies through communication and relationship building, developing self and others, and teamwork.
• Communicates with all members of the healthcare team.
• Evaluates, and regularly re-evaluates the needs of the client; initiates, develops, implements and makes necessary revisions of the client's plan of care.
• Ensure all safety and infection control practices are followed.
• Ability to think quickly and competently in stressful situations.
• Performing other duties as assigned within scope of practice.

BEHAVIORIAL STANDARDS:

• The individual must support the mission, vision, and goals of Avem Health Partners and serve as a role model within the company.
• Exhibit positive customer service behavior in every day work interactions.
• Demonstrate a courteous and respectful attitude to internal workforce and external customers.
• Communicate accurately and appropriately.
• Handle difficult situations in a discreet and professional manner.
• Hold self-accountable for professional practice.
• Interact and cope effectively with diverse populations in stressful situations resulting from trauma and illness.
• Participate in performance improvement activities utilizing principles to support and improve patient care.
• Demonstrate knowledge of unit goals and is active in committees and projects to achieve these goals.
• Keep current with literature regarding changing practices, interventions and best practices in patient care.
• Assume responsibility for seeking out educational and professional opportunities for personal learning needs and growth as well as meeting mandatory education requirements.
• Act as a preceptor as requested.
• Demonstrate excellent work attendance and attend and actively participate in a variety of meetings and training sessions as required.
• Adhere to the Avem Health Partners Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior. Complies with established policies and procedures and all health and safety requirements.

EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:

• Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy

• Current Oklahoma license as a Physical Therapist
• Current BLS (or obtained within 30 day of hire)

EXPERIENCE:

• Five (5) years of full-time physical therapy work.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Such accommodations must be requested by the employee/applicant to be considered.
• This job requires visual abilities, auditory abilities, must be intact to perform duties.