Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient evaluations while providing direct care. Maintain accurate documentation and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure effective patient outcomes.
Requirements summary
Requires a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or a Master's/Doctor of Occupational Therapy (MOT/OTD) degree from an accredited program. Candidates must hold a valid Virginia license and possess CPR certification.
Physical Therapists develop individualized treatment plans based on the evaluation of patients.
Physical Therapists provide direct patient care and delegate appropriately to support staff.
Physical Therapists provide ongoing direction to patient care and evaluate outcomes.
This position is an Essential position at the facility to ensure efficient operations and patient care.
Employees hired into an Essential position are expected to report to work for their scheduled shifts regardless of the environmental weather and road conditions that may exist.
Position
Duties and Responsibilities
Initiates Physical Therapy services upon referral with appropriate diagnosis.
Develops treatment plans including short- and long-term goals.
Regularly assesses patient progress status through short-term goal appraisal.
Demonstrates knowledge of specific conditions, diseases, and treatment therapies for specific populations.
Documents timely and accurately (to include initial evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries), and meets requirements of chart audit or third-party review.
Provides and monitors care to determine the appropriate outcomes.
Utilizes a collaborative interdisciplinary process to provide appropriate patient/family education.
Assesses patient/family learning needs, abilities, and readiness to learn, and integrates needs into plan of care.
Provides appropriate patient care and clinical information for continuing care based on the patients’ needs as needed from time of admission to time of discharge.
Provides appropriate patient care and clinical information to other health care professionals for continuing care.
Demonstrates a concern for efficiency and cost effectiveness.
Facility General Responsibilities
Attend facility new hire orientation as scheduled by HR
Complete Department Orientation Initial Competency within 7 days of hire date
Complete Department Initial Skills Competency within 90 days of hire date
Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures
Respect cultural and religious practices of patients from all backgrounds
Follow HIPAA regulations at all times
Be punctual and dependent for assigned shifts
Dress within the dress code requirements of the facility
Identifies all patients using at least two identifiers verbally (name and DOB), and by checking ID bracelet
Follows Hospital Wide and Department Specific policies and procedures
Must interact with physicians, guest, staff, and patients pleasantly, cooperatively, and effectively
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Sound understanding of physical therapy dynamics and work flow
Sound understanding of physical therapy practice
Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Good Communication skills with ability to communicate appropriately with all age groups
Versatile knowledge of basic computer skills with a preferred skill set of Information Technology, iCloud capabilities and Microsoft Office
Ability to perform under stress and cope with difficult situations
Good time management and organizational skills
Continued practice of good stewardship as a representative member of the physical therapy department as well as the hospital unit as a whole
Must be able to work as a functioning member of the various team situations that a healthcare setting demands
Position Requirements
Education,
Work
Experience,
Licensure,
Certifications:
Physical
Therapist:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Degree from CAPTE-accredited program
Valid VA Physical Therapy License (OR if licensed out of state, willing to obtain an active VA State License)
1 year of previous related experience (recommended)
CPR certification required
Occupational
Therapist:
Master’s Degree (MOT) or Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Degree from ACOTE-accredited program
Valid VA Occupational Therapy License (OR if licensed out of state, willing to obtain an active VA State License)
1 year of previous related experience (recommended)
CPR certification required
Working Conditions
Physical therapy staff spends a considerable amount of time walking, bending, stretching, lifting, and standing; therefore, they must follow proper body mechanics to guard against injury. Physical therapy staff must be able to work accurately around frequent interruptions. Physical therapy staff may face hazards from exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases and must be prepared for such instances and take proper precautions at all times. In addition, physical therapy staff may have to care for patients that may be confused, irrational, agitated, and/or uncooperative.
Physical Requirements / Demands
Ability to lift twenty (20) pounds. Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to bend, lean, and stoop without hindrance; requires a full range of body motion
Fine motor skills
Visual acuity; normal range of hearing
Statement of Non-Inclusivity
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee within this classification.
It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, and qualifications which may be required of or given to any employee assigned to the position.
The skills, duties, requirements, and responsibilities outlined in this job description may be changed or added to when deemed appropriate and necessary by the company or the person who is designated to be managerially responsible for this position.
Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind.
Employment with the company is an at-will relationship.
