Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Rehab Services

• Evaluate, plan, direct and administer Physical Therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician, performing all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors


• Has skills in the outpatient rehabilitation settings to effectively provide Physical Therapy evaluations and treatments.


• Should be flexible and responsive to providing care in alternative settings such as the inpatient unit for occasional cross-coverage and holiday coverage needs. 


• Should at minimum be familiar with best practice and common ambulatory clinic pathologies, such as, but not limited to degenerative conditions, neurologic impairments, general orthopedics, and post-operative care.


• Should be proficient with rendering common treatment techniques such as, but not limited to; manual therapy, neuro rehab techniques, exercise modalities, and use of functional activities to help patients reach maximum function.  


• Specialty therapy certifications are not required however may enhance consideration.

Clinical Practice:

• Administers treatments and occupational agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability.


• Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.


• Observes and evaluates treatment affect. Recommends change to physician, if needed.


• Performs an appropriate evaluation and assessment on each patient, as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments, as per policy. 


•  Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.


• Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching, as appropriate.


• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.


• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety.


• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.


•  Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team.


• Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.


• Consults other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.

Administrative:

• Directs appropriate Physical Therapy Department staff, including: Physical Therapist Assistants; Rehabilitation Aides/Mobility Technicians; Physical Therapy or Physical Therapist Assistant certification applicants; and/or Physical Therapy or Physical Therapist Assistant students.


• Maintains records pertinent to the personnel and operation of the department.


• Meets current clinical documentation standards and policies.


• Assists with orientation and in-service training for certified department staff members.


• Participates in guidance and educational programs.


• Uses approved abbreviations when recording information.


• Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis.

• Graduate from an accredited school of Physical Therapy or equivalent.


• Experience in providing Physical Therapy within an outpatient care setting is preferred.


• New graduates or other therapists who have not worked in an outpatient setting may be considered.