Therapist / Physical Therapy / South Carolina / PT / PHYSICAL THERAPIST Job
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1. Maintains a professional image and exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers in accordance with our Service Excellence Standards and Core Values. 2. Responsible for providing physical therapy services in accordance with the physicians written orders. Interacts daily with patients, family members and agency personnel and on a regular basis with physicians. 3. Directly accountable to the Team Clinical Manager, McLeod Home Health. Functions within agency and unit policies and procedures. Manages own time productively and independently and complies with attendance and reporting requirements. 4. Must be knowledgeable of state therapy laws, the Conditions of Participation of the Federal Health Insurance Program for the Aged and Disable (Title XVIII, Social Security Act, Section 1861), and the regulations relating to Conditions of Participation for Home Health Agencies (Part 405, Section ), JCAHO and all other pertinent regulatory issues, must be knowledgeable about conflict resolution techniques and customer relations. Must have understanding of all agency services and referral systems. Must possess knowledge of community resources available to client base. 5. Demonstrate expertise in communication and interpersonal relationships. Must possess excellent writing skills. Must be able to use computer. Must have excellent organizational skills. 6. Must be highly adaptable and have the ability to exercise high degree of initiative and judgment in carrying out work assignments. Must have excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills. 7. Must be able to function in an office setting which includes standing, walking, sitting, etc. must be able to use office equipment such as copier, calculators, etc. must have a very good manual dexterity in carrying out technical and physical aspects of clinical care and operating clinical equipment. Must have good hearing and eyesight. 8. Graduate of an accredited program in Physical Therapy. 9. Moderate physical activity involved, with daily and frequent walking, standing, bending, lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to fifty pounds, sitting and driving. Full range of motion and strenuous movements necessary when performing patient care. 10. Working conditions in an office which is well ventilated, lighted and temperature regulated. In the home setting and related travel, conditions may be inclimate, cramped, or require special accommodations for patient care. In such conditions, safety must be responsibility of worker. 11. In the office minimal. Must use own car when company transportation is not available for travel to remote sites, often in rural, isolated areas. Must be able to handle potential problems related to safety issues for staff and patients in all settings. 12. Must be familiar with principles of growth and development over the life span and the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interpretation of information needed or each patients requirements relative to his/her age specific needs to provide the care needed. 13. High degree of maturity, self-motivation, creativity, initiative and independent judgment required. 14. Must have responsible, ethical, self-initiating professional behavior. Effective interpersonal skills, empathy and ability to listen and plan with staff, patients/customer/physicians are essential characteristics. Must be able to efficiently communicate with a diverse population. Self-awareness and self-evaluation are important characteristics as are accuracy in collecting data, completion of records and follow-up. 15. Works closely with other staff, students, and other external agencies and groups. 16. Adheres to department dress code. Presents a neat, clean, well-groomed appearance.Position: TherapistSpecialty/Modality: Physical TherapyLicenses/Certifications: CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support), State License-Physical Therapist-South Carolina, NPI NUMBERPhysical Abilities: From 50-100lbsFor the most prompt response, please APPLY ONLINE.As always, there is never a fee for candidates to utilize our services.EEO/Veteran/Disability Employer Apply online today Whether you crave new experiences, adventure, or professional challenges, we offer endless opportunities in exciting destinations. Our Therapy Division specializes in the placement of physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapy professionals in national contract (travel), local contract, and direct-hire opportunities nationwide. Most importantly, were here when you need us, 24/7. Not all staffing companies are alike. Experience the Aureus difference.