Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy, FT

Knox Community Hospital identifies Physical Therapists as independent practitioners in the Medical By-Laws, the credentialing process is required in order to see direct access patients. The Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients, interpreting the findings, developing an appropriate plan of care, and delivering quality care to help patients attain maximum functional level. Care will be provided to patients of all ages from neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult to geriatric. The therapist needs to demonstrate knowledge in caring for orthopedic and neurological involved patients. The Physical Therapist is responsible for supervising Physical Therapist Assistants and students. Responsible for being knowledgeable of standard of practice for the practice of Physical Therapy in an outpatient, inpatient and acute inpatient rehabilitation setting and regulations established by the payers.

Demonstrates critical thinking to assure the delivery of safe, quality care to adolescents, adult and geriatric clients. Responsible for excelling in courteous and respectful customer service at all times to every customer. Assures the safety of all customers. Effectively communicates with all customers. Effectively communicates & collaborates with other healthcare team members and between intra/inter departments, adheres to organizational policy and procedures, abides by regulatory/accrediting body requirements and professional practice standards. Assists with the daily operations and collecting statistics within the medical fitness center. Responsible for completing in a timely manner, all assigned tasks and duties utilizing multi-tasking skills. Responsible for assuring confidentiality of customer information and departmental information.

Requirements Include
A bachelor's degree or higher in Science in Allied Health Professions in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
Current license in Physical Therapist in the State of Ohio
Ability to work variable days and hours as necessary.
Current CPR certificate
JOB SPECIFICS
Department
Center for Rehabilitation and Wellness
Status
Full Time
Shift
7a-7:30P
Average Weekly Hours
40
Contact
Employment Specialists
Phone
740.393.9021
740.393.9822
Email
(e-mail removed)
Posting Date
Wed, 06/08/2022 - 12:00pm