Physical Therapist providing age - appropriate care for patients up to 20 years old at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Support rehabilitation team and ensure safe patient care delivery in various settings.
About the role
- Conducting physical therapy evaluations and establishing care plans for patients in Manitowoc County. Collaborating with physicians and managing patient treatments while ensuring optimal outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Conducts a physical therapy evaluation of each patient and establishes a plan of care and treatment goals
- Interprets physician referrals and completes musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and/or integument evaluations utilizing appropriate methods
- Evaluates outcomes within an appropriate time frame
- Provides ongoing assessment of patient response to treatments and teaches and applies interventions as appropriate
- Updates and revises plan of care as indicated and provides physician with status report on a regular basis
- Communicates problems to physicians and management and clearly states plans, actions and goals so changes are reflected as they occur
- Completes a plan of care as indicated and provides physician with status report
- Maintains and updates clinical and patient records according to state and federal guidelines
- Manages assigned caseload including scheduling and informing site leadership of coverage needs and ability to provide coverage
- Manages patient's medical condition including medications
- Acts as a patient advocate to insure optimal outcomes
- Manages assigned caseload for optimal functional and financial outcomes; reviews caseload for Low Utilization Payment Adjustments (LUPA), optimal number of visits based on progress, Prospective Payment Plan (PPS), and Outcome Based Quality Initiatives (OBQI) outcomes
- May manage a caseload of Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) including evaluating their patients, insuring compliance with established Care Plan, and adhering to all State of Wisconsin regulations regarding PTA supervision
- Performs Home Health Aide joint visits as appropriate to maximize patient's functional abilities in the home
- May assist with evaluating patients, turning patient over to PTA and informing PTA of Plan of Care (POC) per State of Wisconsin regulations
- Teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to patients and caregivers and develops plan for obtaining adaptive devices as needed
- Participates in chart audits and continuous quality improvement activities
- Facilitates discharge planning process and utilizes interagency/system and community resources to assure continuity of care after discharge
- Acts as a resource to employees, which includes training/orienting, mentoring, and providing guidance on more complex issues
- Serves as an instructor for students, meeting all expectations of the Clinical Student Program
- Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy
- Physical Therapist license issued by the state of Wisconsin
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
- Typically requires 3 years of experience in physical therapy rehabilitation experience within an acute hospital, home health care, or other relevant environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of indications and contraindications of modalities and exercise
- Demonstrated skill in use of modalities, exercise equipment, and other devices that are available in work area
- Demonstrated proficiency in clinical skills with the ability to work independently and make sound judgments
- Good human relations, organization, problem solving, and decision-making skills
- Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) or similar products
- Must possess and provide proof of a valid Driver License and a registered, functional car with adequate insurance coverage.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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