Physical Therapist-PT & Powell at GamaLearn

Culpeper, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Teamwork, Technical Competency, Communication, Documentation, Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Education, Supervision, Performance Improvement, Insurance Authorization, Continuing Education, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Patient Safety, Administrative Skills, Relationship Building

Industry

Description

Physical Therapist Job Code: PT1460 Full Time Days This position is eligible for a $20,000 Sign on Bonus! ABOUT US We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience. As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day. JOB TYPE Classification: Nonexempt Supervises Positions: No JOB SUMMARY The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The employee may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below; and specific functions may change from time to time. Responsible for providing therapy services consistent with licensure to clients including evaluation of patient, establishing plan of care, implementing treatment, directing, and educating patient and/or caregiver and documentation of the above. Supervise therapy assistants, technicians, students, and volunteers as applicable. Communicate with other health care providers regarding client care and treatment plans. Provide training and education for hospital staff as requested. Complete patient documentation in a timely manner to meet regulatory and organizational requirements. Attend continuing education programs and present findings to appropriate staff as applicable. Review and complete all insurance authorization requirements for patients in a timely manner. Assist with performance improvement for rehab department and hospital. Understand use and precautions of any treatments and equipment used. Positively contributes to the departmental financial performance/productivity. Patient Care: Delivers care that is consistent with the team member’s discipline in accordance with the specific therapy practice act, guidelines, and code of ethics of the respective organization, i.e., APTA, ASHA, AOTA. Completes patient evaluations and treatments independently while maintaining patient safety. Appropriately seeks guidance and assistance when necessary. Independently establishes/implements treatment goals and plans based on patient input and evaluation and assessment results. Reassesses outcomes and modifies goals and plans to meet changing needs of the patient. Schedules patient activities according to patient individual needs. Teamwork: Develops and maintains positive relationships with team members and coworkers. Functions as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team. Accepts responsibility for actions; seeks, accepts, and acts positively upon feedback from others. Shares responsibility for effective internal communications through a team approach. Organizes individual patient caseload in collaboration with team workload demands. Performs daily administrative/office activities to ensure efficient flow of care within team. Technical Competency: Demonstrates technical competencies and job knowledge as it pertains to rehabilitative care. Acquires and maintains knowledge of clinical therapy practice by identifying continuing education needs and participating in educational opportunities. Provides orientation and guidance to new rehabilitation staff in work area as requested. The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited PT program. Experience: No experience necessary. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details. Licensure: Virginia State Therapy License, Physical Therapist Trainee in Virginia, or Compact Privilege. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Demand Code: 23A, Therapist Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand The job requires standing and walking constantly and frequently bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper. OTHER May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes On call responsibilities as directed: Yes Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing therapy services, including evaluating patients, establishing treatment plans, and implementing care. They also supervise therapy assistants and communicate with other healthcare providers regarding client care.