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Physical Therapist, Homecare Rehab

Job ID:

000F1J

Tupelo

Clinical-Non Nursing - HOMECARE REHAB

Full Time - Day

Posting Description

We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Physical Therapist at North Mississippi Health Services is integral to the Rehabilitation Services department. This role involves evaluating patients and creating treatment plans, ensuring competence in various therapeutic areas. The Physical Therapist collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, adheres to regulations, and maintains patient satisfaction through effective clinical decision-making and equipment management.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Supervisory.

Delegates authority to PTAs and technicians.

Provides supervisory visits according to state regulations.

Budget:

Remains within monthly budget when ordering equipment and supplies.

Charges patients appropriately and in a timely manner for treatment equipment.

Clinical:

Maintains productivity level at department target.

Evaluates and establishes treatment plan for any patient referred to Physical Therapy.

Demonstrates Skills in the following areas:

Evaluation.

Therapeutic Exercise/Activity.

Gait training.

Cognitive skills.

Wheelchair transfers.

Modalities as appropriate for PT.

Attends and provides continuing education inservices.

Serves as mentor for new employees.

Serves as clinical instructor after one year of experience as a clinician.

Completes documentation according to all regulations and in a timely manner.

Other:

Must be competent in use of computer for documentation and charging purposes.

Regulation:

Adheres to

NMHS/NMMC

Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.

Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statutes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy. Required

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy. Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation

Work Experience

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Demonstrate competency in assessment and treatment of the following areas where applicable:

• Neonates/Infants
• Pediatrics
• Adolescents
• Adults
• Geriatrics
  Participate in Clinical Ladder program as applicable
  Must plan, organize, and implement patient treatment
  Must coordinate patient treatment schedule with other PTs, PTAs, OTs, COTAs, SLPs, and rehab technicians
  Must participate in PI projects, committees, and teams and report as appropriate
  Establish and revise new and existing treatment protocols, policies and procedures
  Interact with team members, physicians, nursing personnel, social workers, payers, and other medical staff in person, by phone, and/or written communication
  Extensive contact with patients and visitors both in person and by phone
  Physical Demands
  A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Standing. Frequently

Walking. Frequently

Sitting. Occassionally

Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 100 lbs

Pushing/Pulling. Frequently

Climbing. Occassionally

Balancing. Occassionally

Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Frequently

Reaching/Over Head Work. Occassionally

Grasping. Frequently

Speaking. Constantly

Hearing. Constantly

Repetitive Motions. Constantly

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently

Benefits A

• vailable
  Continuing Education
  403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions
  Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance
  Wellness Programs and Incentives
  Referral Bonuses
  Employee Assistance Program
  Medical Benefits
  Dental Benefits
  Vision Benefits
  License + Certification Reimbursement
  Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  Employee Discount Program
  

Other:

Early Access to Earned Wages

Tuition Assistance

Relocation Assistance

Paid Time Away

Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers

Requirements

The following are requirements in addition to any stated in the above description.

Licenses

You must have the following licenses to :

Physical Therapist

Education

You must have the following education to :

Bachelors of Physcial Therapy

You must have a Bachelors or higher