[High Salary] Physical Therapist – Full Time – Rehab Main Campus Position Available In Rutherford, Tennessee

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ABOUT WILLIAMSON HEALTH

| WilliamsonHealth is a regional healthcare system based in Williamson County,Tennessee, with more than 2,300 employees across more than 30locations and more than 860 physicians and advanced carepractitioners offering exceptional healthcare across 60-plusspecialties and subspecialties close to home. The flagshipfacility, Williamson Medical Center, which recently opened its newBoyer-Bryan West Tower, offers extensive women’s services,state-of-the-art cardiology services, advanced surgicaltechnologies, an award-winning obstetrics and NICU, leading-edgeorthopaedics, outpatient imaging services, and distinctcomprehensive emergency and inpatient services for both adult andpediatric patients. Other Williamson Health service providersinclude the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee, The Turner-DugasBreast Health Center, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s HospitalVanderbilt at Williamson Medical Center, Williamson Healthphysician practices that are strategically located throughout thecommunity, countywide Emergency Medical Services that include 18rapid response units, Williamson Health Foundation, and multiplejoint venture Vanderbilt Health and Williamson Medical CenterWalk-In Clinics in Williamson County. Learn more about our manyspecialized services at WilliamsonHealth.org. Williamson Health isa system where your talents will be valued and your skillsetexpanded. We are rooted in our promise to world-class,compassionate care for the residents of Williamson County andsurrounding communities, taking exceptional pride in serving ourcommunity. We’re committed to empowering our employees to work ininnovative ways and reserve time and space for curiosity, laughterand creativity. We value and support the diversity and culturaldifferences among one another and are committed to upholding aninclusive environment that appreciates the uniqueness of allindividuals. Our values are at the heart of everything we do:respect for every individual, the health and total well-being ofall people, human compassion and integrity. These shape who we areas an organization and are essential for delivering the highestlevel of culturally competent care and treatment of every patient,family member, visitor, physician and employee. Williamson Healthis pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program, that offersyou choice and flexibility, so you can take charge of yourphysical, financial, and emotional well-being. o Medical, Dental,Vision o PTO o Retirement Matching o Tuition reimbursement oDiscount programs o FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts) o IdentityTheft Protection o Legal Aid Williamson Health is anequal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

POSITIONSUMMARY

The Bone and Joint Rehabilitation Services (BJRS) PhysicalTherapist (PT) is responsible for organizing and conductingPhysical Therapy interventions to reduce pain, restore function,promote mobility, and prevent disability following disease, injury,or accident. The BJRS PT works to provide high quality healthcarethat establishes diagnoses, prognosis, and develops a plan of care(POC) with short/long term patient centered goals that fall withinthe scope of PT practice. In addition, PT’s roles are to promotefitness and wellness oriented programs to promote health followingdischarge from skilled therapy. PT’s are expected to conduct allinterventions and communication with compassion, patient centricmindset, knowledge of current/emerging evidence based techniquesand technologies, all the while being cognizant ofcost-effectiveness and ethical / legal guidelines.

POSITIONREQUIREMENTS

Formal Education /

Training:

1. Current / activelicensure in the State of Tennessee. 2. Bachelor’s degree inPhysical Therapy required; Master’s / Doctorate preferred. 3. Priorexperience in outpatient and / or sports medicine

PT WorkplaceExperience:

Patient Care Delivery Demonstrate ability to deliverpositive and professional communication within the workplace

Equipment and Skills Training:

Able to work within the companiesEMR system with accuracy and efficiency. Able to work standardPC/fax, adjust necessary exercise equipment for patient careactivity. Able to provide clear, skilled documentation for accurateand detailed charting and billing processes. Able to work wellunder pressure and function independently and as part of the Boneand Joint Institute of Tennessee (BJIT) team of physicians,physician assistants, medical assistants, nurse practitioners,technicians, athletic trainers and physical / occupationaltherapists. Able to apply PT knowledge safely and effectively todaily patient care. Able to safely apply physical agents requiredand recommended by POC.

Physical Environment:

Out-patientrehabilitation care in multidisciplinary team rehabilitationsetting May be exposed to risk of blood-borne pathogens/diseases.

Physical Effort:

Able to communicate clearly in English written andverbally. Prolonged standing, walking for length of work shift.

Frequently lifts, positions, transfers, and pushes patients.

Frequently moves supplies and equipment requiring moderate physicaleffort (lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs.). Manual dexterity andmobility. Frequent reaching, bending, kneeling, and crouching.

Occasionally removes or replaces supplies or equipment weighing upto 25 lbs. from locations at or above shoulder level. Lift and / orcarry patients with necessary assistance / assistive devices incase of emergency evacuation.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 1.

Performsinitial and ongoing assessments related to patients’ conditionsand/or plans of care. 2. Develops and establishes treatment plansbased on standards of practice using an interdisciplinary approachwith patients, families, and staff. 3. Demonstrates knowledge andability to apply therapeutic principles and practices consistentwith standards established by the American Physical TherapyAssociation. 4. Progresses patients through levels of treatmenteffectively and safely to maximize patients’ outcomes. 5. Performspatient and family discharge planning including provision ofaccurate and pertinent education, establishment of home exerciseprograms, and submission of appropriate discharge recommendations.6. Consults with other staff members to coordinate physical therapyservices. 7. Participates in the orientation and skill developmentof new team members. 8. Performs timely, thorough, and completedocumentation of patients’ care. 9. Maintains work areas andpersonal appearance in a way that reflects professionalism anddemonstrates cleanliness, orderliness, and safety. 10. Providesdirection and guidance to students and technicians. 11.Participates in activities that improve department effectiveness,processes, communication, and/or image in the organization. Thisincludes attending 75% of all staff / departmental meetings. 12.Manages time and caseloads effectively.