Physical Therapist Per Diem

Overview

Under the immediate supervision of the Director, Rehabilitation Services, the Physical Therapist will be directly involved in patient evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. He/she will administer treatments and/or physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability. She/he will also assist patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, by providing effective, efficient, and quality care for the patient. The Physical Therapist will coordinate, delegate and supervise assigned supportive staff (PTA, PTLA, PT Aide). He/she will ensure patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis. She/he will perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.

This position covers both locations: Seton Medical Center, in Daly City, CA, and Seton Coastside in Moss Beach, CA.

Responsibilities

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES (other duties may be assigned)1 Upon referral, evaluate patients by performing appropriate functional assessment as related to physical therapy.2 Identifies appropriate goals and administers effective treatment plans.3 Efficiently implements and modifies treatment plans.4 Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect, recommends change to physician as needed.5 Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family training is included as appropriate.6 Completes all documentation required by policy, procedure, or regulation.7 Delegates and supervise patient treatment as appropriate to the PTA and PT Aide.8 Co-signs all PTA and PT Aide notes.9 Participate in in-service education programs.10 Participate in clinical instruction of students.11 Ensures patient charges are accurate.

12 Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day.13 Assists with orientation of registry and newly hired staff as directed.14 Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.15 Instruct/In-service other disciplines regarding PT functions.16 Keep abreast of current trends and developments in physical therapy and rehabilitation.17 Participates in professional activities in order to continue their own professional development and contribute to that of the profession.18 Adheres to the APTA’s Code of Ethnics and Standards of Practice for Physical Therapy.19 Attends department staff meetings/reads and signs off on all missed staff meeting minutes.20 Meets expectations successfully on all position specific duties.21 Provides orientation to newly hired staff.22 Meets 3 professional goals.23 Meets daily productivity targets at least 90% of the time.24 Maintain 24 hour of continuing education, which includes hospital in-services and attendance of seminars.25 Give 2 in-services.26 Provides 6 hours of teaching.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS/JOB REQUIREMENTS:EDUCATION: Graduation from a school of Physical Therapy approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Physical Therapy Association.

EXPERIENCE: Two years Physical Therapist experience.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Current valid license as a physical therapist by the California State Board of Medical Examiners or eligibility for such registration at the time of appointment. Membership in the APTA is highly recommended. Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association for the Healthcare Provider.

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of the principals and practices of Physical Therapy, with knowledge of practices of other disciplines. Ability to evaluate, to plan and to carry out a physical therapy rehabilitative program for individuals patients; ability to explain, demonstrate and teach physical therapy rehabilitative measures; ability to supervise supportive personnel; ability to work effectively with others in an inter-disciplinary team relationship; beginning ability to be self-directed and to seek direction and consultation as needed; ability to express oneself clearly both verbally and in written format. Must have basic computer skills.