Physical Therapist PRN
Company: ClearSky Health
Location: Harker Heights
Posted on: September 9, 2023
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Job Description:
Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the
lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We
distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our
patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.The
Physical Therapist provides services that help restore function,
improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent
physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or
disease. The PT also examines patient's medical history, evaluates
their physical abilities, determines their potential to respond to
therapy, and develops treatment plans. This position must integrate
company values into daily practice.PRN HoursEssential Functions:
Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and
outcomes, and establishes plan of care. Conducts therapy practice
within defined standards of care. Evaluates effectiveness of
treatment and modifies as necessary. Assesses educational and
cultural needs of the patient, family, caregiver, or significant
other and communicates accordingly to achieve maximum benefit of
care. Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans in
accordance with Hospital requirements and established guidelines.
Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and
signatures. Prepares plans for discharge. Coordinates, delegates,
and supervises responsibilities assigned to support staff.
Coordinates with interdisciplinary team on patient needs, treatment
modifications, and progress. Completes and files patient
documentation in a timely manner. Attends and participates in the
weekly team conference. May be required to work during inclement
weather and other staffing emergencies. Provides an environment
conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the
risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions. Complies
with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention
standards. Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned
work schedule. Performs other duties as assigned to support overall
effectiveness of the organization.Minimum Job Requirements_Minimum
Education & Experience:_ Two years direct patient physical therapy
care and treatment experience preferred. Experience in
rehabilitation hospital setting preferred._Required Licenses,
Certifications, and/or Documentation:_ Current state licensure as a
Physical Therapist required. Basic Life Support/CPR Certification
required._Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:_ Demonstrates
appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and
procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent,
adult, and geriatric patients Knowledge of accreditation standards
to ensure adherence to all standards set forth by state and
accrediting agencies of TJC and CMS. Knowledge of clinical
operations and procedures, and utilizes proper policies,
procedures, and guidelines in caring for patients. Demonstrates an
understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they
relate to quality and efficiency. Demonstrates general computer
skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records
management. Demonstrates critical thinking skills. Effective
organizational and time management skills. Effective written and
verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines,
and complete complex tasks. Ability to maintain quality, safety,
and/or infection prevention standards. Ability to work
independently. Ability to maintain proper levels of
confidentiality. Ability to work closely and professionally with
others at all levels of the organization.Physical Requirements Over
the Course of a Shift: A significant amount of standing, walking,
bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, often
for prolonged periods of time. Both gross and precise motor
functions. Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs. Possible exposure to
bodily fluids Visual acuity required for patient assessment and
documentation of care. Acute hearing required for accurate patient
assessment. Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and
computer keyboard.Job Type: Part-timeSchedule: Rotating
weekendsWork Location: In person
Keywords: ClearSky Health, Temple , Physical Therapist PRN, Other , Harker Heights, Texas
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