Physical Therapist/PRN
Company: Poarch Band of Creek Indians
Location: Atmore
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Announcement: HR2024:19Position Title: Physical
Therapist/PRNAdvertising: PubliclyDepartment: HealthDivision:
Health & Elder ServicesImmediate Supervisor: Manager-Physical
TherapyDepartment Director: Director-HealthEmployment Status:
Non-ExemptPosition Type: Regular Part-TimeMandatory Reporter:
YesBackground Check Required: Yes (child-sensitive)**Opening Date:
Friday, January 26, 2024Closing Date: Open Until FilledPreference
shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment
Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP.Overall Objectives of Position The
Physical Therapist assesses plans, organizes, and participates in
rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain,
increase strength, and decrease or prevent deformity of patients
suffering from disease or injury. The Physical Therapist educates
the patient/caregivers in treatment and care to engage patient in
being an active participant in continuing activities at home.
Monitors and evaluates outcomes related to the assessment and plan
of care. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the
duties and responsibilities of this position. The Physical
Therapist is expected to perform all duties and responsibilities
necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs.
The Physical Therapist is expected to live the Purpose and Values
of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians and will go beyond the call of
duty.Primary Responsibilities of the Physical TherapistWorks
strategically and cooperatively in a team environment with all
levels of professional, technical, and administrative
staff.Collaborates with other staff and patient in ordering
equipment necessary for patient safety and optimum
function.Identifies the need for and makes recommendations for
referrals to other disciplines.Develops and implements a system for
reporting, measuring, and supporting treatment plans.Maintains safe
and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules,
and regulations.Maintains legal and accreditation compliance by
adhering to federal, state, and local regulations.Updates job
knowledge by participating in education opportunities, reading
professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and
participating in professional organizations.Coordinates patient
care with other clinical team members ensuring optimal patient care
and communication as noted in the clinical record.Maintains and
enhances personal knowledge as well as promoting standards in
physical therapy.Attends all required safety training and programs
and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general
safety, and specific job-related hazards.Demonstrates respect and
regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitor, and
co-workers to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous
environment.Promotes effective working relations and works
effectively as part of department/unit team inter- and
intra-departmentally to facilitate the department's ability to meet
goals and objectives.Performs other duties as assigned by
appropriate person.Day-to-day ResponsibilitiesCompletes evaluations
of assigned patients in accordance with the established standards
of care and practice.Implements care plan through the use of
evidence based modalities and skilled interventions to increase
patient's ability to achieve mutually established functional
goals.Educates the patient/caregivers in treatment and care to
engage patient in being an active participant in continuing
activities at home.Plans and provides treatment to assigned
patients as appropriate in accordance with established standards of
care and practice.Completes all required paperwork following
Physical Therapy department policies and procedures to ensure that
documentation reflects care provided and the outcomes achieved as
evidenced in the clinical record.Education/License/Certification
and Experience RequirementsMust possess one of the following:a.
Doctor of Physical Therapyb. Master's Degree in Physical Therapyc.
Bachelor's Degree in Physical TherapyCurrent licensure as a
Physical Therapist in the State of Alabama or must be eligible to
obtain Physical Therapy Licensure in the State of Alabama.Minimum
of three (3) years of employment experience as a Physical
Therapist.Must maintain current professional licensure in Basic
Life Support (BLS) or obtain licensure within ninety (90) days of
date of hire.Must possess certification of "Mandatory Reporter
Training" or obtain certification during the first week of
employment.Skills RequiredAbsolute confidentiality, adhering to
HIPAA guidelines and the Privacy Act.Must have a working knowledge
of computers and electronic health records, with the ability to
work in a Windows environment with various software programs such
as Microsoft Office software and etc.Competence in the delivery of
skilled physical therapy services and knowledge of the scope of
practice for a physical therapistCompetent in the delivery of
evidence-based physical therapy interventions.Excellent time and
resource management skillsAbility to quickly comprehend and take
instructions from medical personnel.Ability to work in a
high-performance, fast-paced, high-pressure environment.Must be
able to push-pull, lift-carry, and transfer patients.Must be able
to work in a team environment and independently.Must be able to
apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions
furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Must be in good
physical condition with the ability to regularly stand; walk; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk
or hear; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and
regularly lift and/or move at least 50 pound.Must be people
oriented and relate well to people from diverse
backgroundsAdditional RequirementsAbility to work odd and irregular
hours, as needed.Must successfully pass the required criminal and
character background check.Ability to travel and participate in
required training, leadership development, and other events.Ability
to adequately and successfully perform all duties and
responsibilities of this position.Every applicant must complete an
application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be
accepted in the place of an application.**Please note ALL
individuals selected for employment are required to complete a
background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions
designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully
complete a background check prior to employment.INDIAN PREFERENCE,
SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION:In the event more than one
applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description,
preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member
(2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of
Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-IndianIn the event that a position
of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant
and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given
in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-IndianIn order to
receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be
submitted.KJEeaZy8Ev
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