PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Pemiscot Memorial Hospital is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist. The licensed physical therapist (PT) is responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. The PT administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease, or physical disability. PT assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

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Job Description & Requirements

The PT coordinates, delegates, and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (CNA, PTA, etc.) and participates in operational aspects of the department and CQI activities. The PT provides input in formulating departmental goals and budget, assists in evaluating department performance, and takes appropriate action to remain within budget guidelines. The physical therapist ensures that documentation of treatment and patient charges are accurate and submitted on a timely basis. The PT participates in infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum educational requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university
Licensed by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts as a Physical Therapist
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English
Strong written and verbal skills
Basic computer knowledge
Knowledge of physical medicine, physical therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology
Knowledge of physical therapy equipment operation, maintenance and repair of same

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Satisfy continuing educational requirements established by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts to maintain licensure
Maintain federal and state regulatory requirements and standards
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Document all services rendered efficiently and accurately
Provide professionally written progress and discharge reports to physician
Communicate clearly and effectively with physicians, nursing, patient, family and caregivers
Use electronic time system correctly; report to work on time and as scheduled; complete work within designated time
Attend annual orientation, departmental staff meetings and inservice as scheduled
Assist with program development, orientation, and inservice training for staff members (LPN, CNA etc.) and participate in guidance and educational programs
Represent PMHS in a positive and professional manner
Comply with all PMHS organizational policies regarding ethical business practices
Actively participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities
Communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of PMHS and the rehabilitation department