Physical Therapist Positions - Outpatient

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Summary :

Performs patient evaluations, re-evaluations and establishes patient treatment plan based upon the referral from the physician / referral source.

Documents the patients’ care and directs supportive staff regarding treatment process. Provides leadership to Physical Therapy Assistants, Students, Rehab aides and Volunteers.

Essential Job Functions :

Reviews physician referral, patient’s condition, and medical history to determine physical therapy treatment needs.

Performs and documents patient evaluation, re-evaluation and develops treatment and discharge plans.

Plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to patients.

Plans programs involving physical agents, directs care and performs treatments for various physical activities.

Modifies treatment goals and plan of care as appropriate. Involved in patient care conferences as appropriate.

Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.

Responsible for overall management of patient cases including communication and coordination of care with the treatment team.

Precepts in the direction and evaluation of clinical experience / internship of students from participating colleges or universities.

Orients, instructs, and directs the work activities of assistants, rehab aides, students and volunteers.

Stays abreast of current developments and new technology in physical therapy.

Instructs, motivates, and assists patients to perform various physical activities and with use of assistive devices.

Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Mission and Core Values. Adheres to standards and policies, laws, and regulations.

Demonstrated the ABC’s of Mercy Health Culture. Holds self and others accountable.

Employment Qualifications :

Specialty / Major : Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Licensed in State of Ohio PT / OT / AT Board

Licensure / Certification Preferred : CPR Certification

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Required : Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families. Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.

Complies with all applicable laws and regulations and practices.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with :

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w / AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more
• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

S cheduled Weekly Hours :

Work Shift :

Days (United States of America)

Department :

Service Line Administration - Toledo Regional Office

Mercy Health Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia,