Physical Therapist II - Outpatient
Hennepin County Medical Center
Minneapolis, MN, United States
Full-time
SUMMARY
We are seeking a Physical Therapist II to join our outpatient team at the Richfield Clinic. This is a full time role. Mainly orthopedics, however, would welcome Pelvic Health experience.
Purpose of the position : In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, provides therapeutic services including evaluation, treatment, discharge planning and education.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs and documents comprehensive physical therapy evaluations
- Develops and documents patient care plans to promote optimal function and safety
- Observes, evaluates, and documents patient's progress
- Participates in hospital rounds and patient care conferences
- Educates patients and care givers on therapeutic techniques, cares and treatments
- Completes all documentation and charges of services per departmental standards
- Functions as a clinical instructor for physical therapy and physical therapy assistant students
- Directs and supervises activities performed by the PT aides consistent with their training and skill (patient transfers, patient transport, preparation of patient and equipment for treatment, selected treatment procedures, clerical duties and departmental maintenance)
- Directs and supervises selected physical therapy interventions performed by physical therapist assistants
- Properly applies and operates rehabilitative equipment
- Develops and conducts physical therapy in-services for other staff
- Orients and mentors newly assigned staff
- Serves as a clinical resource for other staff
- Participates in program development
- Represents the physical therapy department on committees and provides consultation to other departments and agencies as assigned
- Assumes responsibilities of the supervisor as assigned during the supervisor’s absence
- Provides work direction for clerical staff
- Assists in monitoring the quality of physical therapy activities and services
- Functions as a resource for departmental policies and procedures
30+ days ago