Physical Therapist - Mercer Island, United States - HealthPRO Heritage

Description

Overview

HealthPRO Heritage is currently seeking a Physical Therapist / Outpatient Coordinate in Mercer Island, WA.

• This position will oversee and manage the outpatient program within a CCRC setting that has SNF, Assisted and Independent Living.
• Candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of experience within a similar setting

The primary purpose of the position is the management and administration of all aspects of rehabilitation services for the respective building(s) as well as for maintaining a clinical caseload.

Responsibilities

The following is a list of specific duties, which are considered to be essential functions of this job. The list is not exhaustive as all duties are subject to change. This is consistent with our need to be flexible and responsive to the needs of our customers, patients, co-workers and associated policies. The employee who occupies this position is expected to assume any/all duties assigned by management, irrespective of whether such duties are specifically included in this list. While an effort has been made to thoroughly describe the customary manner in which this job is performed, reasonable accommodation will be made upon notification, for qualified individuals with disabilities who may not be able to perform the job in the manner indicated.

• Maintaining a clinical caseload.

• Responsible for recruiting and retaining rehab service personnel.

• Promotes positive employee relations by facilitating an atmosphere of open communication and problem solving.

• Responsible for conducting performance appraisals of all rehab personnel.

• Monitors and assists with personnel compliance standards including required credentials, corrective actions, and improvement plans when needed.

• Investigates, follows up and assists in the resolution of staff, service and patient-related issues as requested.

• Assures that all program standards are met, including CARF, SNF, and JCAHO standards.

• Develop strategies to increase facility's therapy program/revenue in both Part A and Part B caseloads.

• Lead efforts to build caseloads within the facility, including the investigation of those in facility who could be candidates for therapy through follow-up with nursing staff and physicians. Ensure that the therapy dept. is aware and accepting all patients that are appropriate for therapy.

• Develop special programs for resident participation, such as fitness, dementia programming, and various protocols for activities that strengthen and enhance the existing therapy program.

• Lead marketing efforts with local hospitals, physicians and community on behalf of facility to increase awareness of the therapy program.

• Provide leadership to and directly manage clinical therapy staff, facililitating a team atmosphere among staff.

• Perform active involvement in the recruiting and hiring process, attend events, and interview candidates as needed.

• Ensure that clinical staff is providing proper documentation according to Medicare guidelines, company policy and facility standards.

• Represent the ethical standards of the company, indentifying and reporting instances of poor patient care and communicating concerns to Supervisors as needed.

• Oversee the scheduling of patients and therapists, ensuring adequate coverage for therapy minutes.

• Track Assessment Period Data to include number of disciplines treating, treatment days/weeks and daily treatment time. Communicate data to appropriate facility personnel.

• Willingness to work with severely physically, emotionally and cognitively compromised patients.

• Willingness to work in environments with risk of personal injury, exposure to infections, waste materials, infectious diseases, and odors.

• Must be able to cope with the emotional stress associated with working with patients, families, and co-workers.

• Must be able to work independently with periodic (daily or less) support and directions.

• Basic knowledge of computers, typing abilities and willingness to utilize computers on a daily basis.

• Participates in discharge planning.

• Supervises Rehabilitation Technicians, students and volunteers as needed.

• Reviews the quality and appropriateness of the total services delivered and individual therapy programs for effectiveness and efficiency, using pre-determined criteria.

• Provides in-service education to the members of the patient's care team and education to the community.

• Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice, company standards, department procedures and standards according to company guidelines.

• Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning implementation and follow up of patient therapy programs.

• Reports to work on time and coordinates schedule to achieve maximum performance standards according to company guidelines.

• Assists with and participates in Quality Assurance as required.

• Maintains a current knowledge of law and regulations regarding rehabilitative services and consults with supervisor to ensure that all employment actions are in compliance with applicable regulations.

• Ensures a safe environment and utilizes tools and equipment in a safe manner complying with all infection control, universal precautions, and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.

• Reports all hazardous conditions including incidents, injuries and equipment to Supervisor/appropriate personnel immediately.

• Responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations.

• Adheres to high standards of cleanliness, grooming, hygiene and dress code.

• Adheres to all documentation requirements of Rehabilitation department, facility, and company.

• Contributes to a positive work team by sharing information, using problem-solving methods, accepting new ideas, constructive feedback and advice from others.

• Demonstrates superior customer service through professionalism, courtesy, consistent and timely follow-up, and positive communication.

• Adheres to all policies of company, including job descriptions, certifications requirements, mission statement, HIPAA, confidentiality standards and patient rights.

• Adapts to changes in responsibilities in a positive manner, is receptive to new ways of completing tasks, and is flexible in carrying out assignments.

• Communicates and interacts professionally and respectfully with others in attending to and meeting their requests.

• Perform all other duties as assigned and as required to effectively discharge the responsibilities of the position and are in the best interests of the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physical Therapy

• Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development

• Must maintain valid state professional licensure

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