A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift Morristown-Hamblen Overview:
Morristown-Hamblen Healthcare System is a 170-bed hospital serving an eight-county region in East Tennessee's Lakeway Area. The facility includes more than 20 emergency suites, advanced laboratories, radiology, and therapy services, and a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence for mammograms, biopsies, and nurse navigation. The Women's Center features six modern labor and delivery suites and a secure nursery for newborn care. With state-of-the-art technology and a dedicated team, Morristown-Hamblen provides exceptional, patient-focused care close to home. To meet the needs of our growing community, we continue to develop services, attract new physicians, and embrace innovation, all to promote an improved quality of life.
Position Summary:
Under general supervision, plans, evaluates and implements treatment programs for physical therapy patients.
Additional job responsibilities may include:
program development, clinical coordination of students, scheduling of supportive staff and coordinating continuing education requirements. Responsibilities . All job responsibilities of staff position. Independent clinical practice - evaluation and treatment of patients. Participate in orientation checklists and peer evaluations for competency assessment. Gives 10 hours education/mentorship time per year.
This includes:
Peer counseling Mentorship Community lectures/volunteer Orientation of new staff to area of specialty In-services Resource notebook in area of specialty Selects at least one student per year, if students available. Participates in development and implementation of new and current program policies and procedures. Participates in development, implementation and evaluation of standards of care and standards of practice.
This includes:
Clinical Pathway development New policy development Clinical outcomes analysis and communication to team QI/QA Assists with continuing education courses to be hosted by Covenant Health. Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Minimum Education:
None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.
Minimum Experience:
Two (2) years' experience with at least one (1) year experience in the specialty area
