Bozeman Health·Big Sky, Montana
The physical therapist is responsible for evaluating patients, establishing individualized plans of care, and implementing treatment strategies to improve function. They also provide health education to patients and families while maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
This position exists to provide excellent physical therapy services. The purpose of this position is to evaluate patients, establish and implement a plan of care based upon evaluation findings, and provide health and wellness education.
In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.
Evaluates physical and functional status of patients and establishes & implements appropriate plan of care within the scope of Physical Therapy Practice.
Documents initial evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, daily treatment, education and discharge summaries within compliance of BH Rehab policies.
Educates patients, families, and caregivers in strategies to manage pain, improve safety and function and educate re: individualized plan of care. Documents appropriately.
Identifies issues re: patient safety and follows through with processes to accomplish safety for all involved. (family, caregiver, patient)
Exerting force and/Or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases are caused by contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.
Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), rarely (3% - 1% of the time), never (0%).
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.
78046190 Physical Therapy (BSMC)
Market context
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