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INTRODUCTION

Full - Time Physical Therapist Hendersonville (Nashville), TN.

POSITION GOAL

To provide the highest level of patient care by assessing, interpreting, planning and implementing prescribed physical therapy treatment plans.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

- Plan and administer medically prescribed physical therapy (PT) treatments for patients suffering from injuries/disease to restore function, prevent disability, and relieve pain.
- Perform evaluations/re-eval and establish plan of care for patients.
- Consult with physicians and/or other departments about the impact of rehabilitation on patient health status.
- Consult with insurance companies on patient’s behalf to increase patient care.
- Document findings, treatments, and other patient information for medical record as necessary.
- Bill patients according to proper procedures.
- Educate patient/family on appropriate care and use of various therapies and/or exercises.
- Serve as an educational resource for patients, families, and other members of the therapy staff.
- Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
- Maintain HIPPA and abide by appropriate state Ethics laws.
- Perform appropriate wound care and assessment to enhance surgical outcomes.
- Provide documentation with appropriate progressions in a timely and efficient manner.
- Stay up to date on appropriate protocols for patient population.

HUGHSTON RESPONSIBILITIES

- Follow Hughston Philosophy principles and Code of Professional Behavior in everyday tasks.
- Utilize effective communication skills (written and verbal) when interacting with co-workers, other clinic employees, supervisors, and outside vendors.
- Promote Hughston’s role in the community by greeting and interacting with all patients, families, visitors, vendors, and guests in a courteous and respectful manner.
- Provide support or relief for other staff as needed.
- Demonstrate confidentiality in all aspects to include both patient and non-patient issues.
- Reflect Hughston’s values and is sensitive to Hughston’s ethical and compliance principles in daily activities.
- Promote resolution of concerns and conflict by routing through correct mechanism or resolving the situation independently.
- Prioritize daily functions and tasks.
- Display a willingness to put forth effort in problem solving.
- Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Functions: Lift and carry 50 pounds, move patients and equipment.

Marginal Functions: Reach for and manipulate equipment and patients, clean equipment, develop and administer home exercise programs, fold laundry, stock medical supplies.

Accommodations: None.

Environmental Factors: General medical clinic environment. OSHA Category: I

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Required:

- None.

Preferred:

- One (1) year of PT experience.

Education

Required:

- Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.

Special Qualifications:

- May require working at multiple locations.
- Valid Driver’s License, satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR) and proof of insurance required for position onboarding.
- Annual MVR may be required per policy and procedure; background reports may be ran as needed throughout the course of employment.
- Must have a current state Physical Therapy license.
- Current BLS certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross.