Physical Therapist 1 (H)

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The Department of Physical Therapy is currently seeking a full time Physical Therapist 1 to work in Miami, FL. The Physical Therapist I provides physical therapy and wellness services to patients and clients who have impairments, functional disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes. Moreover, this employee helps patients and clients restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities. The Physical Therapist I collaborates with healthcare teams that include physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Evaluates new patients, establishes goals, and develops appropriate treatment plans.

2. Documents all evaluations, treatments, and other pertinent patient interactions on a daily basis.

3. Educates patients and families regarding medical conditions and provides instructions for home activities.

4. Communicates with physicians and their staff to obtain necessary information and suggests revisions in treatment.

5. Utilizes treatment tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.

6. Maintains a satisfactory level of productivity and demonstrates willingness to adjust personal schedule in case of crisis or real clinic need.

7. Participates in quality and safety improvement activities.

8. Orients, instructs, and directs work activities for assistants and support personnel.

9. Utilizes appropriate methods and materials for learning programs, monitors effectiveness, and adapts programs accordingly.

10. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Doctoral degree in physical therapy preferred; Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees accepted

Certification and Licensing:

Licensure in physical therapy

Experience:

Experience preferred, but not required

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

Patient Care assignment – 100% of time:

• Perform evaluation on new patients, establish goals and develop appropriate treatment plans with the patient in accordance with UMH patient care policies and based on standards of practice established by the APTA.

• Provide physical therapy treatment in accordance with the established treatment plan effectively and efficiently.  Demonstrate knowledge and ability to apply therapeutic principles and practices.   Skillfully and safely progress patients through the levels of treatment within the maximum capabilities of the patient.

• Document all evaluations, treatments and other pertinent patient interactions in accordance with UMH policy.

• Provide relevant education to the patient and/or family regarding the patient’s condition and instruction for home activities.

• Develop and maintain effective communication with the patient, family and other members of the rehabilitation team.

• Communicate with physicians and their staff by phone or in writing.  Obtain necessary additional information and suggest revisions in treatment as appropriate.

• Use treatment tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.

• Maintain a satisfactory level of productivity according to clinical standards and demonstrate willingness to adjust personal schedule in case of crisis and real clinic need.

• Participate in quality and safety improvement activities as directed by the Department Director.

• Orient, instruct and direct work activities for assistants and support personnel.

• Supervise and instruct physical therapy students according to professional guidelines.

• May volunteer in rotations for pro-bono clinic, overseeing and guiding DPT students

• Actively pursue professional growth through affiliation wi