Physical Therapist, Outpatient Clinical Specialist at Sodexo at Erlanger Health System

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physical Therapy, Patient Care, Mentoring, Research, Education, Team Meetings, Discharge Planning, Treatment Planning, Community Education, Clinical Instruction, Quality Improvement, BLS Certification, Total Joint Rehabilitation, Patient Education, Ethics, Documentation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Summary: A licensed physical therapist employed by Erlanger Health System, is responsible for direct and indirect care in the rehabilitation of the patient. A Clinical Specialist will be responsible for mentoring employees and students, continuous research for latest treatment techniques and strategies, and education of the department. Education: Required: Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy, APTA Board Specialization Certification or equivalent Experience: Required: Knowledge of general physical therapy principles and practical skills Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Physical Therapist Tennessee licensure/Georgia License in GA clinic BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward. BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward. Clinicians expected to provide therapeutic intervention for the total joint population will complete 8 Hours of education specific to Total Ankle, Hip, and Knee Replacement. Completion of 4 of these hours as Erlanger Online Education upon hire (EOLs and other training will be assigned by Department Leadership and/or Educator). Department Position Summary: Provides physical therapy evaluations. Develops an individual plan of treatment for each patient. Provides age-appropriate treatment. Participates in team meetings and discharge planning. Educates patients and their families in the patient's treatment program. Directs Physical Therapist Assistants and Patient Care Technicians in patient treatments. Maintains accurate written reports. Participates in the on-call rotation for weekends and holidays. Maintains standards as set down by the American Physical Therapy Association regarding treatment procedures and professional's ethics. Participates in continuing education programs. Participates in community education. Acts as clinical instructor for PT and PTA students. Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement efforts of the department and the Medical Center.

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Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist will provide evaluations and develop individual treatment plans for patients. They will also mentor staff and participate in team meetings and community education.