Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient

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POSITION STANDARDS

Graduate of a school or Physical Therapy School approved by the American Physical

Therapy Association. Currently licensed or eligible for licensure in New Hampshire. No

previous experience necessary.

Must have thorough knowledge of principles, literature, standard practices, methods and

new developments in the area of physical medicine.

Age of Patients Treated :

All ages

Current BCLS certififcation required within 30 days of hire.

Computer competency as needed for position.

POSITION PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Anything listed here requires a pre-employment physical by Employee Health to determine if the employee is capable of meeting the requirements.

Physical Activity :

Must have good physical stamina in this department.

Upper Extremity :

Be able to tolerate much bending,

lifting, walking, stooping, standing, and desk work.

Must be able to guard and transfer

patients frequently, assist patients with gait and exercise activity.

Push / Pull / Lift / Carry :

Must be able to carry out such movements as it relates to patient care and any equipment needed and using team approach as inidcated to minimize injury.

PART TWO : FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

Position Objective

The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats all assigned patients referred to Physical

Therapy as directed by the patient's referring physician or dentist. Is under the

supervision of the Physical Therapy Supervisor or the Department Manager.

Performance Expectation

Evaluations

Responsible for the evaluation of all patients referred for Physical Therapy.

Responsible for the completion and submission of all reports pertaining to the

evaluation.

Sees that all referral sources are advised of theraputic POC and updates.

Treatment

Practices Physical Therapy consistent with the American Physical Therapy

Association Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.

Maintains a patient treatment schedule consistent with the needs of the

department and patient.

Confers with the persons most closely associated with the management of the

patient and keeps them informed of any additional patient needs, treatment

modification and / or progress.

Enters appropriate charges for PT services rendered.

Oversight

Provides supervision of PT assistants and aides per APTA stands of practice and treatment under the NH Practice Act.

Records, Reports and Communication

Responsible for the preparation and submitting of department reports,

ensuring confidentiality of all records, including :

Evaluation reports / summaries.

Discharge reports / summaries.

Progress reports to referring physicians and agencies.

Current notes on all patients within the assigned area.

Special reports as requested by the director or supervisor.

Daily records and related notes as indicated.

• Assists department in maintaining inventory in ordering supplies and equipment.

Professional Status and Public Relations

Keeps abreast of new techniques and trends in the field of Physical Therapy.

Attends conventions, meetings or special courses whenever possible and

shares with the department personnel information gained thereby.

Prepares and gives talks to community groups who have made requests for

same.

Maintains good public relations with all community sources.

Participate in planning and implementing new programs in the Physical Therapy

Department.

Care for the physical area and equipment related to Physical Therapy Department and

maintain highest possible level of departmental cleanliness and safety.

Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.