Physical Therapist In Motion PT Portsmouth Blvd
Company: Bon Secours
Location: Portsmouth
Posted on: June 16, 2022
Job Description:
Physical Therapist In Motion PT Portsmouth BlvdApply
NowRequisition R127888 Market Portsmouth, Virginia Department
Physical Therapy - Portsmouth - Maryview Shift Days/Evenings
Schedule Full-timeThank you for considering a career at Bon
Secours!$10,000 Sign On Bonus!Bon SecoursAbout UsAs a faith-based
and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the
health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit
through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a
culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon
Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of
compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to
create an environment where associates want to work and help
communities thrive.Physical Therapist- In Motion Physical Therapy
Portsmouth Blvd.
- The associate shall be responsible for providing a full range
of physical therapy services including assessment, treatment
planning and therapeutic interventions in a team environment
consistent with the positions qualifications, professional
practices and ethical standards. The associate shall also
demonstrate accountability for and contribution to program
development, quality improvement, problem solving and productivity
enhancement in a flexible team fashion.General Purpose of Position:
- The associate shall be responsible for providing a full range
of physical therapy services including assessment, treatment
planning and therapeutic interventions in a team environment
consistent with the positions qualifications, professional
practices and ethical standards. The associate shall also
demonstrate accountability for and contribution to program
development, quality improvement, problem solving and productivity
enhancement in a flexible team fashion.Essential Job Functions :
- Conduct initial assessments, develop individualized treatment
plans and provide age appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Evaluate patient response to treatment and document the course
of patient care in the electronic medical record including progress
made and continuing need for treatment.
- Provide patient and family education on tasks and resources
that support continued functional independence and document same in
the electronic medical record.
- Supervises physical therapist assistant(s).Quality Management
Area
- Participate in program quality management activities.
- Collect performance improvement data.
- Participate in survey preparation activities.
- Participate in department safety activities.
- Contribute to the delivery of cost-effective
care.Professional/Leadership Area
- Participate in continuing education/professional development
activities to include mentoring students and volunteers.
- Communicate and demonstrate a professional image/attitude for
patients, families, coworkers and others.
- Adhere to policies and practices of applicable professional
organizations, and Bon Secours Mercy Health.
- Contribute to marketing activities.
- Maintain licenses/certifications and memberships in applicable
professional organizations as required.Team Area
- Participate in team meetings.
- Assist in providing team members with in-service/cross-training
on physical therapy knowledge and skill areas as needed.
- Contribute to development of improved efficiency and
productivity of department clinical/administrative functions.
- Collaborative participation with the interdisciplinary team as
applicable.
- Participates as a team member by performing additional
assignments not directly related to the job description when
workload requires and as requested by supervisor.This document is
not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties,
requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.
Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as
required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable
accommodation.Patient PopulationDemonstrates the knowledge and
skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the
patients served on his or her assigned unit.Demonstrates knowledge
of the principles of growth and development of the life span and
possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's
status and interprets the appropriate information needed to
identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age,
specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in
departmental policies and procedures.Neonates (0-4
weeks)Adolescents (13-17 years)Infant (1-12 months)Adults (18-64
years).Pediatrics (1-12 years)Geriatrics (65 years and older)Not
applicable to this position.Employment QualificationsRequired
Minimum Education:
- 4 year/ Bachelors DegreeSpecialty/Major:
- graduate of a Doctor of Physical Therapy program, qualified
Masters degree program or four year Bachelors degree program
approved by the APTA (or foreign equivalent)Licensure/Certification
Required:
- State license is requiredOther Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required:
- Experience in working with an adult and geriatric population is
necessary.Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
- Experience with an outpatient program/services and
pediatric/adolescent populations is desirable, but not
necessaryCombination of post-secondary education and experience in
lieu of a degree.Working ConditionsThis section addresses the
physical environment in which the employee will perform the
work.Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may
occur.Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10%
travel.General office environment.May be exposed to high noise
levels and bright lights.May be exposed to physical altercations
and verbal abuse.May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or
body fluids. *May be required to use physical restraints.May be
exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.
*May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust,
wind, etc.May have periods of constant interruptions.Required to
car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather
conditions.Prolonged periods of working alone.Other: Click or tap
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- Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal
precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and
learn the policies concerning infection control.Physical
DemandsFrequency0%1-33%34-66%67-100%Lifting/ Carrying (0-50
lbs.)Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)Push/
Pull (50-100 lbs.)Stoop, KneelCrawlingClimbingBalanceBendingWork
PositionSittingWalkingStandingPhysical RequirementsSelect if a
physical requirement for this job.Select if a potential hazard for
this job.Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)Depth
perceptionPerform shift workUse of Latex GlovesManeuver weight of
patientsExposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsHear
alarms/telephone/tape recorderExposure to moving mechanical
partsReach above shoulderExposure to dust/fumesRepetitive arm/hand
movementsExposure to potential electrical shockFinger
DexterityExposure to x ray/electromagnetic energyColor
VisionExposure to high pitched noisesAcuity farGaseous risk
exposureAcuity nearOther: Click or tap here to enter text.Bon
Secoursis an equal opportunity employer.Many of our opportunities
reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when
eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
- Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusScheduled
Weekly Hours:40Work Shift:Days/EveningsDepartment:Physical Therapy
- Portsmouth - MaryviewAll applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, national origin,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic
information, or protected veteran status, and will not be
discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to
view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for
Mercy Health Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin, Virginia;
Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative
Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email
recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability
and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the
employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition
Team at recruitment@mercy.com.Apply Now
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