Summary
Restores Patient Physical Functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistant and supportive devices. They will be responsible for Physical Therapy Student and Physical Therapy Assistants as well as training new staff as needed. They will also participate in program development and research as required per site.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Establishes therapy goals and formulates a treatment plan based on evaluation results.
-Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.
-Provides individual, family and group therapy sessions for clients engaged in outpatient therapy
-Participates in the interdisciplinary group for hospice patients and the case conference meetings for home health patients.
-Participates in discharge planning.
-Provide initial assessment of clinical needs using standardized tools and protocols and facilitate recommendations for treatment.
-Record all pertinent data in the patient's medical records
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Physical Therapist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Experience
Experience in a hospital, rehab or ambulatory setting 2-3 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills required.
- Ability to work independently with only general supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
- Intermediate -to-advanced ability to get work done through others.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent coach and strong motivator.
- Excellent problem solving, case management and communication skills.
Physical Requirements
1. Standing Frequently (34-66%)
2. Walking Frequently (34-66%)
3. Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
4. Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
5. Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
6. Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
7. Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
8. Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
9. Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
10. Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
11. Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
12. Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
13. Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
14. Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
15. Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
16. Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
17. Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
18. Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
19. Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
20. Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
21. Talking Constantly (67-100%)
22. Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr