RESPONSIBILITIES

Duty/Responsibility #1 (70%):

Provides assessment, performs evaluation, identifies therapy diagnosis, formulates therapy treatment plan with goals, and implements treatment of PT services to patients. Be responsible as the primary therapy provider to implement, supervise, and modify a therapy plan of care based on an assessment of patient response to optimize the outcome for each patient. Review clinical records and case histories. Attends care conferences, regular meetings/rounds, and remains in contact with referring providers, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals to review patient's status and individual needs within the health care team concept. Collaborates with other team members to ensure appropriate medical equipment is arranged and a care plan is established before discharge. Document patient encounter findings and treatments including diagnoses, treatment plans, recommendations, and prognoses in appropriate format according to hospital policies. Provides services on time after receipt of referral. Both In-patient and out-patient populations in various settings as assigned. Direct the work of support staff, students, or interns. Facilitates a healthcare partnership between providers, patients, and their families. Develop, implement, and conduct patient education and therapy programs based on patient and/or family needs. Provides patients and families with home exercise programs to achieve the fullest rehabilitative potential. Advises patients and family members in methods that facilitate a capacity for self-care and independence, facilitating movement towards a healthcare partnership between providers, patients, and their families. Home programs are clear and concise and the provider ensures that these instructions are understood by asking for feedback and demonstration of programs by patients or caregivers. Programs are taught to demonstrate sensitivity to cross-cultural issues.

Duty/Responsibility #2 (10%):

Assist senior staff in administrative matters, clinic operations, and specialty/research areas as appropriate. Utilize the hospital computer system to obtain patient information, as well as keep abreast of hospital directives, and in general, participate in the timely and efficient flow of information. Provides a summary of results, statistics, and metrics as required by management. Assists acquisition and fit of durable medical equipment/devices based on the needs of the patient. Maintain supply stocks and clinical equipment at acceptable levels. Remain current in specific billing procedures/mechanisms (Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payers) to aid in reimbursement of services, and dispensable supplies, including plan of care concurrence with referring providers. Maintain cleanliness of clinical space.

Duty/Responsibility #3 (10%):

Therapy services may be performed outside of Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital in conjunction with SEARHC Community Health Services programs and the community at large and may take place in locations including Mt. Edgecumbe High School Student Health Clinic, SEARHC Community Clinics, community senior centers, Pioneer Home, health/job fairs, patients' home and/or workplace, and other collaborative efforts between MEH-PT Department and the community. This may include participation with project or health promotion teams. Video conferencing may be used for patient encounters, training, and administrative duties with off-site locations. Home assessments for evaluation of patient's living arrangements, use of durable medical equipment, and implementation of therapy plan in the home living environment. Occasional multi-day travel to remote locations by boat or small plane which may be in inclement or harsh weather.

Duty/Responsibility #4 (5%):

Educates staff on PT issues and educates patient/family with therapeutic exercises, activities, and equipment. Assists in committee and management duties within and representing the Physical Therapy Department as requested. Provide therapy consultation, presentations, and in-service to medical staff, consultants, and other interdisciplinary health care personnel and patient populations regarding therapy services as assigned. This may include participation with project or health promotion teams. To keep current with knowledge of therapy procedures/techniques and improve clinical service staff will participate as a learner or teacher in clinical education, in-service, etc. Continuing educational funds will be allocated for the benefit of the department. Adheres to the regulatory and practice standards of PT set by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Follows all SEARHC confidentiality and quality assurance standards; participates in SEARHC SQM functions, utilizes SQM principles in all aspects of the job. Demonstrates sensitivity to cross-cultural issues.

Duty/Responsibility #5 (5%):

Performs other duties or activities as assigned.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION

Experience: 2 years of clinical experience providing Physical therapy to all ages is preferred. Pediatric experience is a must.

Education: Entry-level qualifying master's or doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program or graduate from an APTA-approved program of Physical Therapy at the Baccalaureate level with 2 years of proven work and Continuing Education experience that indicates the applicant has mastered the knowledge base that would typically be taught in a master's program.

Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registration:

• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Valid Driver's license at the time of submission

EMR System: Cerner experience preferred

Shift: Will be discussion at interview/must be flexible

COVID-19: MUST HAVE COVID AND FLU VACCINATIONS (INCLUDING BOOSTER)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of musculoskeletal physiology including active/passive range of motion, gait, strength, biomechanics, and mental cognition to administer a variety of standardized assessments, being able to select the most appropriate test for a specific client and