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Organize and deliver medically-prescribed physical therapy to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury or loss of a body part. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric age groups.
Job Responsibility:
Organize and deliver medically-prescribed physical therapy to restore function and prevent disability
Evaluate patient to determine treatment goals
outline delivery of therapy
Apply methodology for evaluation of functional ability
Consult with medical staff on patient care
Educate patient in use of specialized equipment, posture control, and therapeutic procedures
Instruct caregivers on prescribed physical therapy regimen
instruct patients and caregivers on home and personal safety
Adapt therapy techniques to meet patient needs
Conduct training for medical, nursing and ancillary personnel in therapy techniques and objectives
Supervise and instruct Physical Therapy students and volunteers as delegated
Document all patient care activities
process patient billing
Assess home environment for modifications
make recommendations
Order supplies and equipment
Complete insurance documentation as required
Establish and maintain good rapport and effective working relationships with patients, visitors, physicians and Hospitals employees
Enhance professional growth and development
Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety
Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses
Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Related Discipline
CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
NM Physical Therapist License or Temporary License
Nice to have:
Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo
1 year directly related experience
What we offer:
Sign-On Bonus Available
Relocation Assistance Available
Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials