Description:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Performs PT evaluation and creates treatment plans in accordance with instructions and consent of referring physician;
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Performs written re-evaluations in preparation for patients return for follow-up Physician appointments, or at a minimum documents progress every six (6) therapy sessions.
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Provides services that help improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients;
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Supervises the services of physical therapist assistants (PTA’s) to ensure compliance with the treatment plan;
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Supervises the technicians or aides to ensure their patient involvement is within their scope of practice;
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Meets or communicates regularly with a variety of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and case managers to ensure successful patient treatment outcomes;
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Documents evaluative findings, treatments administered, the assessment of patient response to treatment and treatment plan, and other relevant information;
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Provides excellent customer service engaging in the use of clear, comprehensive, and frequent communication with customers;
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Educates patients in the prevention of injuries, conditioning, and rehabilitation of injuries;
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Other duties as assigned.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Prepares report for disability and other forms for physician provider;
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Inventories and orders medical supplies, as directed by Rehab Manager.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
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Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate degree from an accredited university physical therapy program;
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Georgia State License granted by the Georgia Board of Physical Therapy required;
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Specialty certifications are welcome; orthopedics preferred;
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Two years experience treating patients in an orthopedic setting preferred.
Skills and Abilities
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Extensive knowledge related to the physical therapy care and treatment of orthopaedic injuries and illnesses
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Knowledge of how to create and carry out treatment plans as prescribed by referring physicians;
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Knowledge of documentation of care and other patient information for EMR;
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Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in all written and verbal communications;
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Demonstrated skills in developing successful cross- discipline relationships with physicians, OTs, and ATCs.
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Strong organizational skills with demonstrated attention to detail;
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Demonstrated conflict management skills;
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Ability to interact effectively with patients and their families or caregivers;
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Ability to travel between multiple site locations (if applicable);
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Valid Georgia driver’s license and driving history meeting Resurgens’ requirements(if applicable);
