Physical Therapist Manager

ETech Hi

Physical Therapist ManagerDate Posted 1/12/2012Location St. Maries, IDDegree Required BAMin Salary $90,000.00Max Salary $90,000.00Job Type Full-Time RegularMin Experience 2 YearsPosition Id EB-1433112810Job Description Job Summary:Coordinates and supervises all activities of the Physical Therapy Department. Plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability by performing the following duties.Expectation for All Employees:Supports theMission, Values and Vision ofBenewahCommunityHospital. Is knowledgeable of Patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all Patients in a safe, secure environment.Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:? Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.? Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.? Performance Improvement and compliance with all regulatory requirements.? Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.? Adheres to all hospital policies, procedures and regulations; ie; HIPAA, Medicare Fraud and Abuse, OSHASupports and participates in common teamwork:? Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plan and complete job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment.? Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.? Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or patients regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.? Promotes positive public relations with patients, family members and guests.? Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assignedEssential Duties and Responsibilities:? Reviews Physician's referral(prescription), patient's condition, and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required.? Tests and measures patient's strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, respiratory and circulatory efficiency. Records findings to develop or revise treatment programs.? Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data.? Administers manual exercises to improve and maintain function.? Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical activities and in use of assistant and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.? Administers treatments involving application of physical agents.? Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.? Administers massage.? Administers traction to relieve pain.? Wound assessment and treatment? Records treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enters information into computer.? Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.? Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices.? Confers with Physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program, and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of patient's health care.? Coordinates the policies and procedures of the hospital with those of the physical therapy department? Orients, instructs, and directs work activities of assistants, aides, and students.? Develops budgets and other measuring tools with the administration for evaluating and improving the operation of the physical therapy department? Coordinates and reports on Quality Improvement(QI) on a quarterly basis.? Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students, and community groups.Competencies:To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:? Compliance Oriented - willingness to comply with and participate in the facilities Legal and Ethics Compliance Program? Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures. ? Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures. ? Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. ? Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals. ? Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions. ? Management Skills - Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others. ? Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems. ? Performance Improvement - Ability to look for ways to improve work processes.? Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct. ? Self Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of ones ability using his or her own drive or initiative. ? TeamBuilding- Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal. ? Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises 2-3 employees in the Physical Therapy . Coordinates Occupational And Speech Therapy services. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ethics and ComplianceEmployee performs within the prescribed limits of the hospital's and department's Ethics and Compliance program and is responsible to detect, observe and report compliance variances to their immediate supervisor, or upward through the chain of command, the Compliance Officer, or the hospital hotline. Education and/or Experience: Six year college or university program certificate; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of CPSI Information System software.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Must have a B.S. or greater degree in physical therapy. Must have a Idaho Physical Therapy license.Other Skills and Abilities: Must have at least five years progressive therapeutic experience. Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.,