Performs complex diagnostic evaluations upon referral and in accordance with departmental and professional guidelines and standards. Verifies appropriateness of referral, contacting provider as necessary. Reviews patient medical history/record and selects, administers and interprets standardized and non-standardized tests and measurements in order to assess patients’ functional status related to cardiopulmonary, developmental, musculoskeletal, neurological and sensorimotor function.
Integrates knowledge into clinical decisions and recommendations. Develops and implements individualized patient treatment programs. Establishes treatment goals and administers appropriate physical therapy procedures and modalities. Prepares discharge plans and home treatment programs. Provides education to patients and families. Monitors treatment outcomes, modifying program as needed and communicating recommendations to physicians and other providers. Recommends orthotics, adaptive/assistive equipment and technology for patients, including those with complex, rare or multiple dysfunctions. Integrates knowledge into clinical decision making in order to meet specific treatment objectives.
Communicates with equipment designers and/or vendors regarding equipment specifications and patient needs. Trains patients, families and/or caretakers in use/operation of prescribed orthotics/equipment, monitors and evaluates effectiveness and initiates modifications as needed. Records assessments, diagnoses and treatment in patient medical record according to established documentation standards. Prepares reports, correspondence, referrals and other materials for schools, providers, payors and others as needed. Assigns standardized billing codes and corresponding charges required for reimbursement.
Communicates patient care assignments and scheduling needs to assist with operational planning activities. Self-identifies and develops clinical knowledge and skills through participation in professional organizations, attending continuing education programs, peer review and other related internal and external resources. Shares knowledge gained from professional development activities with the department. Attends and contributes to team meetings, patient care rounds and other interdisciplinary forums and provides physical therapy consultation to physicians, outpatient clinics and others as requested. Represents service on committees, at meetings and educational programs within the department and hospital. May contribute to advancement of profession through participation in research, teaching or advocacy. Serves as a resource in general pediatrics. Participates in unit and department quality improvement program.
Collects and organizes data and assists in preparing recommendations to improve efficiency and quality of service delivery. Delegates administration of physical therapy treatments and related direct patient care to assistive staff. Provides direction, supervision and follow up as needed to ensure tasks are performed according to established standards and guidelines.
Serves as clinical instructor in departmental student externship program upon completion of eligibility requirements. Plans learning objectives and arranges related clinical experiences. Monitors performance provides guidance and feedback and prepares and conducts student evaluations. May participate in departmental training and staff development programs. May act as a supervisor for assigned direct reports.
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