Outpatient PT - Parkview Health : Job Details

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Provides professional patient care and practices physical therapy by evaluating, planning, implementing, and documenting treatment. Evaluates and treats patients in accordance with the order from the physician and provides treatment through the use of a variety of therapeutic procedures and assistive devices intended to maximize functional potential in all areas of the patient's life. Develops and implements an individualized treatment plan based on patient needs and containing achievable functional goals. Revises treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process. Instructs and collaborates with Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) regarding treatment procedures to be utilized and provides the appropriate supervision of patients being treated by the PTA. Establishes and educates patients, families and other caregivers in exercises and therapeutic home programs to be continued following discharge. Completes the appropriate documentation and billing in a timely manner. All care is provided in accordance with the philosophy and essential functions of the hospital, the rehabilitation department, the Indiana State Practice Act, the American Physical Therapy Association, and The Joint Commission.

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy, with a physical therapy degree as follows: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree, if graduated prior 1/1/2016; Doctorate of Physical Therapy required, if graduated after 1/1/2016; International Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited school and possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy. Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree preferred.

Must hold or be eligible to receive a Physical Therapist license in the State where services will be provided. State licensure must be obtained within the first 90 days of employment. Must be certified in CPR or must become certified within the first 90 days of employment. Must maintain all certifications and license according to the expiration date. American Physical Therapy Association membership preferred. If assigned to drive a company vehicle, a valid driver's license is required. If assigned to drive a personal vehicle, proof of insurance is required in addition to a valid driver's license.

Addendums are required for 0153 Nurse Leader, 0249 Registry RN, 0252 Registered Nurse, 0235 Advanced Registered Nurse, and 0236 Expert Registered Nurse. To view addendums, go to the job description page on Parkview's intranet.

Work experience preferred, but not required, other than clinical experience within educational training program.

Must be able to lift 50 pounds, assist with 100 pounds, may be required to push up to 300 pounds. Must be willing to work at other locations as assigned.

Parkview Health is a not-for-profit, community-based health system serving northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio. Our mission is to improve health and inspire well-being in the communities we serve. As the region's largest employer, Parkview Health employees more than 14,000 co-workers and includes 10 hospitals with an extensive network of primary care and specialty care physicians. We strive to embrace diversity and inclusion among our co-workers and offer a range of resources to advance you in your personal and professional journey. Our physicians, leaders and co-workers work together to create an excellent experience for every person, every day. With multiple non-clinical and clinical employment opportunities, you are sure to find your passion and discover your life-changing career today within the Parkview Health system.

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At Parkview, we are known for our quality of care, innovation and collaboration among all care team members. Our culture can be seen and felt when walking through our front door and continues into the clinical care areas and administrative offices. Our nurses and leadership display shared values, friendliness, genuine compassion and a dedication to providing excellent care to every person, every day. But this caring continues beyond our doors as well. As a mission-driven, not-for-profit health system, Parkview also gives back to the community. Each year, we sponsor numerous outreach initiatives to address the health priorities of our region. Because at Parkview, we believe in better – not just for patients, but for the entire community.