Description

The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing rehabilitative therapy to patients upon referral for physical functioning disorders and wound care following all regulatory and clinical practice requirements. This includes recovery, improvement in function and when possible, a return to a prior level of functioning. Clinical documentation will describe objective measures and justification for continued or discontinued services.

This position reports to the Director of Rehabilitation Services.

POTENTIAL SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Physical Therapist Assistants
• Students
• Rehabilitation Aides

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• All duties and responsibilities shall be performed as set forth in our established policies and procedures.
• Adheres to and assures compliance with Code of Conduct, facility policies and procedures and all applicable rules, regulations and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies. This includes, but is not limited to, Department of Health, Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services, and other applicable regulatory agencies.
• Completion of required compliance training and processes
• Effectively screens/evaluates patients and/ with physical functioning disorders and/or wound care and develops appropriate plan of care following all regulatory and clinical practice standards.
• Utilizes standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Provides rehabilitative, skilled and medically necessary treatment intervention to patients with physical functioning disorders and/or wound care per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Administers various procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan including but not limited to: manual techniques; ambulation; therapeutic exercises; modalities; use of supportive and assistive devices; wound care; etc.
• Assesses patient’s progress and adjust treatments accordingly in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Evaluates treatment outcomes for effectiveness. Services are modified in relation to patient evaluation and referrals are made in relation to outcomes.
• Provides consultation and counseling to patients, as well as families, caregivers and other service providers related to the physical disorders.
• Effectively communicates with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
• Provides comprehensive discharge summary of services provided per regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Documents all regulatory and clinically required information in the electronic documentation system and maintains patient records according to company policy.
• Accurately records treatment minutes for services provided per all regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Participation in required meetings including but not limited to: patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, rehabilitation meetings, etc.
• Participate in facility and company required trainings, in-services and conferences.
• Able to obtain any necessary DME or supplies per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Able to supervise and support physical therapist assistants; rehabilitation aides and/or students.
• Adherence to APTA and State Required practice acts, code of conduct, ethics during professional practice as a Physical Therapist.
• Adherence to Company required policy and procedures and code of conduct.
• COMPLIANCE AND INTEGRITY: Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and to others in accordance with the Code of Conduct; adheres to organizational policies and guidelines; supports compliance initiatives; maintains confidences; admits mistakes; conducts business with honesty; shows consistency in words and actions; follows through on commitments.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities (facility specific if not included above):

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited program in Physical Therapy
• Must hold current and active state license
• One year’s experience in Long Term Care or related setting desired

Specific Requirements:

• Knowledge of the Medicare PPS System preferred
• Effective interpersonal and interdisciplinary communication skills

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors and is exposed to dust, disinfectants, hazardous chemicals, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.
• Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, visitors, or others.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions, including Tuberculosis and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.

Physical Mental and Sensory Requirements (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)

• Move intermittently throughout the work day.
• Speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met.
• Meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination.
• Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Colorado Springs, CO 80924 (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Physical Therapy License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Remotely:

• No