Orlando Health

Physical Therapist PRN

ID
2024-219844
Category
Clinical, Allied & Patient Care
Status
Pool
Shift
Varies
Location
Walker Medical Center
Department
WBH REHAB GENERAL
Subcategory
Physical Therapist

Position Summary

Baptist Health Walker Hospital 

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Recognized by The Joint Commission, Baptist Health Walker Hospital is a 267-bed facility located in Jasper and committed to serving the diverse needs of our growing community.  Among the comprehensive and compassionate services offered at Baptist Health Walker Hospital are bariatrics, behavioral health, cardiac care, emergency room care, gynecology, neurology, obstetrics, orthopedics, physical therapy, advanced stroke treatment, surgical care and urology.

 

 

 

Job Summary

Works with patients who have impairments, limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes. The Physical Therapist role includes examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis and interventions toward achieving the highest functional outcomes for each patient or client.

 

Shift : PRN Days

 

 

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Responsibilities

Essential Functions

  • Evaluates patients, gathering data from the patient, the physician, interdisciplinary team meetings if available, family and significant other persons and data sources.
  • Develops treatment plans which integrate with the continuum of care and have specific goals and objectives and treats accordingly.
  • Demonstrates competency in the use, care and maintenance of profession specific equipment, observing safety precautions and providing verbal explanations of the equipment and its purpose.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to treat and provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned caseload.
  • Re-evaluates and modifies treatment plan and goals when appropriate.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
  • 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.
  • Provides care as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her practicing location(s). Recognizes and communicates when the patient has received optimal benefit from physical therapy.
  • Adheres to State Practice Act and Standards of Practice.
  • Ensures complete documentation and accurate billing.
  • Provides patient/family education as indicated.
  • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health and Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
  • Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health and Orlando Health policies and procedures.
  • Maintains a positive and encouraging treatment environment.
  • Demonstrates caring, honesty, and open communication with all patients and coworkers.
  • Maintains a professional appearance.
  • Participates in Performance Improvement, program development, student supervision, assigned committees, safety, and infection control, as required.
  • Demonstrates an awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.
  • Practices efficient use and selection of supplies and equipment.
  • Instructs and supervises supportive personnel in their duties.

Qualifications

Education/Training: Bachelor’s degree or higher from an approved program in physical therapy.

Licensure/Certification:  Maintains current Physical Therapist license in the State of Alabama. Temporary permit acceptable.  Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Experience: None.

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