Location: Wyandotte,MI, USA
Perform PT evaluation and diagnose movement dysfunction; use interventions to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function and prevent disability.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Performs patient assessment, treatment, discharge planning and collaboration with other health care providers.
* Documents patient care and billing information timely and in accordance with department standards.
* Communicates with co-workers, and other professionals, including physicians and nurses as needed to ensure optimal patient care.
* Functions as a team member in care of patients and in mentoring with other staff.
* Delegates aspects of patient care to support staff per PT/PTA MI Licensure Administrative Rules providing necessary communication and supervision.
* Maintains clinical productivity standards.
* Maintains technical clinical expertise through ongoing clinical education.
* Participates in in-services, staff meetings, quality activities and aspects of program development.
* Maintains awareness of patient safety issues within the clinic and in the use of equipment. Assists in the maintenance of patient care equipment as needed.
* Maintains patient confidentiality according to HFHS HIPAA policies.
* Maintains adherence to all applicable Federal/State law/regulations, APTA standards of practice, MI Licensure requirements, the HFHS Integrity/ Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, as well as all other HFHS policies and procedures.
* If requested, represents HFHS at community and professional functions.
* Participates in student education programs
* May have other duties assigned as needed.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
* Physical Therapist bachelor degree with 5 years of experience OR Master's/Doctorate degree acquired from a Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited program
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
* Current State of Michigan licensure. Will consider those who will be licensed within 30 days of applying.
* Current CPR certification (or obtain within 90 days of hire)
Additional Information
* Organization: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital
* Department: Physical Therapy OP-WH
* Shift: Day Job
* Union Code: Not Applicable