Physical therapist ii (full time, lynchburg general hospital)

This position is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients requiring Physical Therapy services. The Physical Therapist provides services within VA Licensure, Joint Commission, and CMS guidelines for patient care and billing services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Principle Duties and Responsibilities – Essential Functions

• Evaluates and develops plan of care according to American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) guidelines.
• Administers physical therapy treatments appropriate to diagnosis and APTA guidelines.
• Completes discharge planning according to APTA guidelines by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers; contributing to patient care conferences.
• Documents and charges for patient care services by charting in patient and department records according to federal, state, and local regulations.
• Protects patients, employees, and visitors by promoting Infection prevention and safety policies and protocols.
• Meets productivity standards.
• Serves as a clinical instructor (CI).
• Ensures operation of equipment, follows manufacturer's instructions.
• Participates in a performance improvement activity or completes a pre-approved project and communicates outcomes to team.
• Serves on an approved Centra Committee and reports outcomes to team.
• Establishes appropriate communication with referral sources.
• Oversees clinical care provided by Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants, Rehab Aides, other support staff, and students.

Other Functions:

• May voluntarily pursue certification in identified specialty area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required Education: Graduate of an accredited PT program.
• Required Certifications and Licensures: Current VA PT licensure. AHA BLS Provider.
• Required Experience / Skills: 2 years of experience. Serves as a Clinical Instructor or preceptorship of new employees.