PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Education

• Minimum Level of Education Required: Bachelor's degree

Additional requirements:

• Type of degree: Bachelor of Science or equivalent
• Area of study or major: Physical Therapy
• Preferred educational qualifications: N/A
• Position specific testing requirement: N/A

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Current Physical Therapy license in State of Ohio.
• Current CPR certification required at time of hire.

Experience

• Minimum Level of Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience
• Prior job title or occupational experience: N/A
• Prior specific functional responsibilities: N/A
• Preferred experience: 1-3 years of job-related experience.
• Other experience requirements: N/A

Knowledge/Skills

• Able to multi-task with constant interruptions while maintaining a pleasant demeanor.
• Dependable, flexible and adaptable to change.
• Teamwork oriented.
• Display tact, diplomacy, and professionalism.
• Strong analytical and prioritization skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills.

Essential Duties & Functions

• Evaluates, treats, documents, delegates, and discharges patients per service guidelines.
• Engages in interdisciplinary patient care management.
• Bills appropriately for services and supplies provided as indicated through matching of documentation and service charges.
• Provides oversight of Physical Therapist Assistants.
• Provides patient/family education.
• Participates in programs/service performance improvement activities.
• Manages case load per department standards.
• Engages in patient satisfaction efforts and looks for opportunities to ensure that all patients have a satisfying experience.
• Passes all required hospital/department competencies and related testing; applies to everyday performance