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Job Description Summary:

This temporary (15 month) position performs patient care by assessing patient physical and functional abilities. Based on problems determined, the physical therapist establishes and carries out a plan of care to include patient/family instruction, discharge planning, documentation on the medical record, and communication with physicians and other medical staff. This position helps patients achieve maximum level of physical functioning. This position participates in physical therapy learning / mentorship opportunities with additional responsibilities which may include therapist presentations, physician relation / shadowing activity and research activity.

Responsibilities And Duties:

80%

Direct Patient . Evaluates and treats patients: a. Evaluates patient physical abilities and functional status, creates plan of care and initiates patient treatment after physician referral. b. Carries out plan of care with reassessment and changes to plan of care as appropriate. c. Provides patient & family with medical and exercise-specific education to improve function. d. Collaborates with therapy team members to carry out treatment plan and provide clinical care. e. Supervises PTA in the delivery of care. e. Communicates care plan to physician and communicates on-going care & patient needs. f. Attends multidisciplinary patient care meetings as appropriate. 2. Follows OhioHealth policies related to delivery of clinical Care a. Documents evaluation, plan of care, daily progress toward goals & progress & discharge notes. b. Carries out clinical outcomes processes according to department standards. c. Follows Joint Commission and Department of Health guidelines, as well as Ohio PT laws.

20%

Clinical Didactic Learning and Mentorship 1. Participates in physical therapy coursework and lab activities. 2. Participates in physician shadowing and other clinician observations. 3. Participates in research projects. 4. Presents clinical topics to therapy associates and administration. 5. Represents OhioHealth Rehabilitation in hospital meetings and community events. 5. Participates in orientation of upcoming therapy residents.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's Degree (Required)BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, LIC - Licensed in Field - State of Ohio

Additional Job Description:

Physical Therapy; Licensed in the State of Ohio; Effective oral and written communication skills. Effective use of computer technology. Demonstrated emphasis on customer service and the creating of customer-focused environment. Entry-level new graduate acceptable

Work Shift:

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Department

Neuro Rehab Administration

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Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment