Nursing Support / Other / Virginia / Permanent / Physical Therapist Job

Evaluates, documents, plans, implements, and monitors Physical Therapy Services under physician orders to improve, restore the functional level of patients to maximize their potential at work, home, or play
JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education Graduation completed from a Physical Therapy program. Current licensure or eligibility to obtain in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Completes obligatory hospital in-services and education to maintain licensure.
Required Licenses [Virginia, United States] Physical Therapist
BLS required.
Required Skills Strong clinical skills with the ability to react decisively in emergency situations
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Familiarity with the organization and functions of each hospital department. Ability to problem-solve effectively and handle stress in a positive manner. Maintain harmonious relationships with nursing personnel, medical staff, hospital administration, and all hospital departments.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs comprehensive patient evaluations and re-evaluations in regard to patients’ needs. Provides quality in outpatient physical therapy treatments. Educates and provides effective communication skills with patients, family members, and inter-department staff as needed. In-services other disciplines/Participates in teams to educate others in Physical Therapy techniques. Supervises LPTA’s and students providing effective feedback in a professional manner. Assists in keeping the work area clean, orderly, and professional. Documents patient treatments daily, submit quarterly status reports, &completes D/C summaries. Assists Rehab Services Office Coordinator as needed with scheduling return visits in relation to customer service policy. Turns in daily treatment charges to the Rehab Services Office Coordinator in a timely manner. Communicates with physicians on a regular basis concerning patient treatments/response to care. Maintains patient confidentiality. Maintains work area and equipment with appropriate infection prevention techniques. Follows up with patients that no-show or cancel appointments by phone, and documents appropriately. Participates actively in bi-monthly patient care conferences and attends monthly staff meetings. Assists teammates with patient care coverage when needed. Committed to demonstrating the following behaviors that show that the healthcare team at Twin County Regional Healthcare CARES about our patients/families/physicians and each other: Commit to a culture of safety and service. Act as a team with others. Respond to others’ needs. Engage others in a meaningful way. Seek ways to positively influence others.
FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Be able to tolerate sitting/ standing for periods up to 45-60 minutes for treatment, documentation, or meetings. Standing and walking often throughout the day depending on schedule in the office and hospital, climbing stairs not necessary, although maybe done to reach various floors in the hospital. Walking intermittently throughout the hospital and clinic on various surfaces. Lifting – Regularly assist with lift and transfer of patients in the clinic or in hospital departments from standby to maximal assistance up to heavyweights. Bending – Required often for patient care and departmental duties at levels from floor to overhead. Reading and Writing – Regularly required to follow the job description. Exposure to infectious diseases – occasionally. Exposure to hazardous waste – rarely.

Interview Steps

Director reviews applicant.
The interview is set up with the candidate.
Once the selection is made the offer is given.
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