Physical Therapist III

Job DescriptionTherapist-Physical III Pediatrics Job Code: 20416FLSA StatusJob Family: REHABJob SummaryEvaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Provides leadership support, participates on hospital committees, serves as a resource and ambassador for performance improvement to clinical and management staff. Performs other duties as assigned.Job Responsibilities Completes assigned goals. Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information. Develops a written plan of care. Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care. Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care and reassesses patient's functional status as needed. Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources. Contributes to the development of staff and students. Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery. Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record. Completes assigned goals.SpecificationsExperienceDescription Minimum Required: 3 years clinical experience or advanced training and certification in area of primary assignment.Preferred/DesiredEducationDescription Minimum Required: Preferred/DesiredTrainingDescription Minimum Required Preferred/Desired: Advanced training and/or certification in area of primary practiceSpecial SkillsDescription Minimum Required: Basic computer literacy skills.Preferred/DesiredLicensureDescription Minimum Required: BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HER;PTPreferred/DesiredReporting RelationshipsDoes this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.Reporting Relationships: NoWork EnvironmentFunctional DemandsLabel Short Description Full DescriptionSedentary Very light energy level Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cartLight Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)Medium High energy level Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)Heavy Very high energy level Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer. Functional Demands Rating: Medium Activity Level Throughout WorkdayPhysical Activity Requirements - Sitting: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Standing: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Walking: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders): FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Carry objects: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Twisting: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Bending: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion: FrequentPhysical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell: Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear: FrequentSensory RequirementsColor Discrimination: NoNear Vision: AccurateFar Vision: AccurateDepth Perception: Hearing: Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Chemical: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Radiation: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter: AnticipatedEnvironmental Requirements - Other