Physical Therapist - PRN
* Evaluate patients within twenty four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral.
* If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay.
* Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician.
* Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
* Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
* Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.
* Participate in in services training program for other staff in the facility.
* Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per PT Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements.
* Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
* Participate in discharge planning.
* Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars.
* Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
* Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
* Supervisory Requirements None
* Qualification Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Physical Therapy.
* Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
* Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
* Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
* Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
* Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state.
Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
* Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently.
Sitting occasionally.
Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
Tasting and /or smelli...
- Rate: Not Specified
- Location: Wheat Ridge, US-CO
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Medical
- Recruiter: Lakeside Post Acute
- Contact: Not Specified
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- Reference: JR115814
- Posted: 2024-09-04 08:36:02 -
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