Physical Therapist (PT)

MECA Therapies LLC is looking for a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our professional team. 

 

MECA Therapies is the largest pediatric rehabilitation provider in the state of New Mexico. Our mission is to strive every day towards ensuring that our families and their children have access to the highest quality of care in the communities we serve. 

 

The Physical Therapist provides services to include evaluation and treatment to individuals ages 3-21 based on diagnosed conditions. These services will be conducted within MECA Therapies Children’s Outpatient Clinic

 

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this job description 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.

 

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy or other previously approved degree level.
• Licensure from The NM Physical Therapy Licensing Board 

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:        

• Knowledge and experience in the field of Physical Therapy
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Windows
• Proficient organizational and record keeping skills
• Effective oral and written communication
• Excellent interpersonal and teaming skills
• Ability to train clients, family members and professionals 
• Exercise a high level of confidentiality

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The PT will operate within Local, State and Federal Regulations as well as adhere to all MECA policies and procedures. Essential duties include but are not limited to:

1. Administering standardized assessment tests within their professional scope of practice
2. Developing appropriate and thorough recommendations
3. Presenting diagnostic findings completely and accurately
4. Writing evaluation reports with technical accuracy
5. Seeking out appropriate information from medical and/or other resources as needed to implement treatment strategies
6. Developing theoretically sound plans describing objectives and procedures for treatment
7. Selecting appropriate stimulus materials and treatment modalities for age and ability of the client
8. Giving clear concise instructions in presenting materials and/or techniques in therapy
9. Recording and tracking daily progress accurately
10. Utilizing time in session efficiently to meet objectives
11. Providing accurate and immediate feedback to the person served and/or family
12. Planning for discharge of the person served   
13. Participating in the interview process for prospective employees as deemed necessary
14. Maintaining a clean work area on a daily basis. Surface areas of tables, instructional tools and other objects should be cleaned after each session.
15. Mentoring students and entry level personnel as deemed necessary by the company.
16. Mentoring therapists in regional clinics
17. May be asked to participate in marketing and outreach events within the community promoting MECA Therapies and the Children’s Outpatient Clinic 

CASELOAD ASSIGNMENTS

The PT will be assigned a weekly caseload from the respective program director for each program they serve

1.    PT’s will be considered full-time with 8 hours per day or the equivalent of 40 hours per work week, equating to 40 visits per week or part time equivalent.

2.    Adjustments to caseloads/clinic hours are made in collaboration with the respective program director.

a.    Caseload adjustments in regard to clients and direct client contact hours may be adjusted for individuals providing supervision for students or other therapists

3.    PTs may be asked to complete CMEs through the FIT program as caseloads permit.

a.    PTs must be IDA certified.

 

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