American Addiction Centers·Oak Lawn, Illinois
Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and implement evidence-based care plans to improve patient functional abilities. Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams and provide essential education to patients and caregivers to support recovery and discharge.
Status: Full time
Benefits: Eligible:
Hours Per Week: 40
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
Establishes functional goals in conjunction with the patient/caregiver and monitors outcomes to enhance physical and functional abilities. Provides individualized adjustments based on the patient’s response to treatment and continuous reassessment. Identifies factors affecting a patient's physical and psychosocial comfort and attends to these needs. Communicates with providers, clinical staff, referral sources, and other disciplines to keep all stakeholders informed on the patient’s progress and plan of care. Collaborates with other disciplines to coordinate the patient’s schedule
Provides education to the patient and caregivers based on patient needs. Identifies and addresses preferences and learning barriers. Provides patient and caregiver education regarding diagnosis, progress toward goals, treatment intervention, and home instruction. Supports patient discharge by providing written home programs, education, and recommending necessary equipment to promote functionality.
Communicates in a professional and timely manner with patient/caregivers, providers, staff, and all external customers. Responds to questions by staff. Promotes an open atmosphere of communication. Informs supervisor of issues and resolutions to potential problems. Communicates information with patients and caregivers and ensures understanding. May attend patient care meetings and participate in multi-disciplinary meetings to integrate care and coordinate schedules with other disciplines.
Completes all required documentation including patient evaluations, progress notes, patient education, team conference reports, discharge summaries, and billing charges. Complies with insurance guidelines regarding authorization and visit limitations. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient/caregiver education, charges and departmental statistics, and ICD codes as appropriate. Responsible for maintaining site/department established productivity standards. Responsible for understanding and adhering to all billing and documentation policies, procedures, and timelines.
Shares responsibility in maintaining a clean and orderly department by cleaning up after patient treatment and ensuring all equipment is placed correctly and maintained in good working order.
Pursues professional growth by participating in continuing education initiatives, department in-services, and reviewing professional literature implementing evidence-based practices into daily operations.
Actively engages in performance improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care outcomes and overall quality of services. Demonstrates clinical responsibility by identifying opportunities for both quality and operational improvement within daily practice. Participates in process review and development, consistently bringing forward questions, concerns, and potential solutions. Manages assigned caseload, informing site leadership of coverage needs and ability to cover; assists with coverage, based on department needs and regional needs.
Meets all requirements for Level 1 outlined in the Enterprise Float Program and applicable Human Resources policies. Must demonstrate the ability to practice competently across assigned departments and/or locations and adapt to varying clinical or operational environments based on organizational need.
Licensure, registration, and/Or certification required
Physical Therapy License administered in the state(s) of employment.
Possesses and maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers
Maintains continuing education requirements as mandated by applicable state(s) professional standards.
Obtained degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution. Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred or educational requirements commensurate with the date of graduation.
Knowledge, skills & abilities required
Intermediate computer skills
Demonstrates excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational skills to promote effective decision-making, and problem-solving.
Ability to perform basic office functions
Complies with HIPAA guidelines. Accesses protected health information (PHI) reasonably and shares information on a need-to-know basis.
Successfully completes all competency assessments/requirements pertaining to provision of patient care and consistent with site standards.
Physical requirements and working conditions: Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, and squat throughout the workday
lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist
lift up to 10 lbs. from waist to overhead
lift and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance
push/pull with 30 lbs. of force
perform a sliding of 150 lbs. with a second person present
Simple grasping - 5-15 lbs. - 20% of the workday Pushing/pulling - up to 75-100 lbs. - 10% of the day Fine manipulation of hands during massage and joint mobilization
Must have functional use of senses to allow for effective communication
Must have intelligible speech and adequate language skills to perform job duties
Must be able to demonstrate any appropriate exercise and activities to patients/caregivers
May be exposed to electrical and chemical hazards as well as blood and body fluids. Must have ability to wear protective clothing and equipment as needed
Work environment is primarily indoors but occasionally outdoors
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned and responsibilities may be modified to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
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