Date: 12/19/2019 Job Code: PTSMED Job Title: Physical Therapist - Specialist The Physical Therapist-Specialist is responsible for the development of the Physical Therapy Specialty service line including; clinical protocol development, workflow and patient flow coordination with referring providers, planning/implementing treatment programs, monitoring patient's progress towards treatment goals in addition to directly communicating with referring physicians and accountability for service line performance and improvement. Job Relationships
- Reports to the Director of Physical Therapy
Principal Responsibilities
- Provide immediate support to physicians and patients in a physician clinic setting specific to the area of specialization.
- Coordinate the care of patients outside the physician clinic specific to their rehabilitation needs.
- Perform evaluation procedures including: range of motion, circumferential measurements of body parts, neurological and manual muscle testing, motor developmental assessment, and analysis of posture, gait, and functional activities.
- Interpret evaluation results to determine degree of impairment, aid in differential diagnoses, and assist in establishing and revising the specifics of treatment.
- Plan treatment programs based upon the patient's complaint, physician referral, review of medical records, and evaluation results.
- Set appropriate goals for treatment to relieve pain, restore function, and prevent disability.
- Rule out contra-indications to treatment and recommend necessary changes.
- Perform electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, cryotherapy, traction and massage techniques following established procedures and within limits set by patient condition and tolerance.
- Administer therapeutic exercises to improve posture, strength, range of motion, coordination, and endurance.
- Provide fitting and application of recommended orthotic devices.
- Instruct patients in the use of assistive devices and physical therapy procedures to be continued at home.
- Monitor the effects of treatment and modify techniques to achieve maximum benefit.
- Document initial evaluation and progress report for patient's medical record.
- Verbally report progress or changes in patient's condition to the referring physician as appropriate.
- Validate treatment given for accurate completion of the charge ticket.
- Provide input or timely scheduling for patients.
- Provide direction and supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants and other supportive personnel.
- Maintain professional mannerism.
- Maintain clean, neat and orderly work environment.
- Attempt to provide for patient comfort and modesty.
- Communicate tactfully in person or by telephone.
- Economically utilize supplies.
- Help to maintain equipment and notify the Director of problems.
- Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedure codes.
- File incident reports for any event in which the individual or facility might be subject to liability.
- Notify the Director of any situation, which warrants consideration beyond the Staff Physical Therapist's duties and responsibilities.
- Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
- Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
- Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy.
Licenses/Certificates
- Licensed by the State of Illinois (PT).
- CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Preferred to be a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, but not required.
- Kinesiotaping, LSVT BIG certification for treatment of Parkinson's, Graston Technique, Sports Medicine, McKenzie Method for back pain, Lymphedema Management, Women's/Men's Health, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Dry Needling, ASTYM, ISTYM, CSCS and BFR (Blood Flow Restriction).
Working Environment
- Extensive walking, standing, kneeling and heavy lifting.
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