Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)

Job Title: PHYSICAL THERAPIST \nDepartment: PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION \n\nJob Summary: \nThe Physical Therapist evaluates patients and develops goals and a plan of care within the scopе of services. The Physical Therapist reviews the plan and goals and progresses and/or revises the program appropriately. \nJob Duties: \n1. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES \nPerformance Skills: \n\nResponds to referral and schedules patient according to department policies and procedures. \nEvaluates patient and develops goals and appropriate treatment plan. \nImplements and coordinates Physical Therapy treatment within the overall treatment plan, coordinating care with other professionals as needed. \nReviews plan of care and progresses or adjusts program as indicated and according to department policy. \nInforms, counsels and consults with patient\'s family, case managers, industries, etc. and other health care workers. \nDocuments patient data (evaluation, treatment and progress notes, D/C summary, charges) and department statistics according to department policies and procedures. \nProvides/recommends adaptive equipment or assistive devices as indicated to increase the independence of the patient. \nPlans discharge with treatment team and provides home program if necessary. \nSupervises and directs physical therapy assistants according to rules/regulations. \nEducates patients and families in regard to functional outcomes and abilities of patient. \nParticipates in team conferences and discharge planning with departmental staff and/or members of the interdisciplinary team. \n\n2. PERIPHERAL JOB DUTIES \nSupervision: \n\nProvides supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants according to rules/regulations. \n\nParticipation: \n\nParticipates in performance improvements, community and staff education programs. \nShares in supervision of student interns of Physical Therapy and/or Physical Therapy Assistant programs, or shadow students. \nPerforms the necessary functions to prepare, maintain, and clean up the work area to ensure cleanliness and safety. \n\nHIPPA:\n\nThe PT has regular access to and is expected to maintain the protected health information of patients in their care. \nDocumentation is required and is in accordance with professional, regulatory, and institutional guidelines. \n\nCommunication: \n\nStrong communication skills and a desire to strive for excellence are essential components of this position. \nRespectfully interacts with a wide variety of internal and external constituents, including (but are not limited to) team members, staff and physicians, local companies, patients, families, vendors, and all insurance representatives. \n\nJob Coverage and Location: \n\nProvide coverage to other Physical Medicine locations and settings as necessary based on patient care/departmental needs. \nWork schedules are determined to meet patient care/department needs and shifts may be required on weekends and holidays. \n\n\nJob Requirements: \n1. KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND TRAINING/SKILLS \n\nBachelor of Science, Master\'s Degree, or Doctorate of Physical Therapy from an accredited school. Or higher degree equivalent. \nAmerican Heart Association, Healthcare Provider CPR and AED Certification within 3 months of hire. \nPossesses the training, knowledge, and skills necessary to perform one or more of the following activities (evaluation, treatment, and/or patient care) for patients in one or more of the following age groups: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. \nAbility to effectively communicate and interact with employees, patients, and family members in groups and on a one-to-one basis. \nAbility to problem solve. Familiarity with a variety of equipment, including computer software, is required. \nOrganization, time management, flexibility, and positive attitude are crucial to successful performance. \nContinuous professional development is expected. \nIf Providing Physical Therapy Services in Wisconsin Current License in the State of Wisconsin as Physical Therapist at the time of hire or prior to providing services. \nIf Providing Physical Therapy Services in Illinois Current License in the State of Illinois as Physical Therapist at the time of hire or prior to providing services. \n\n2. AUTHORITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY \n\nPersonal protective equipment required: CPR mask, eye protection, masks, gowns and gloves to be used when required by hospital policy. \nMust be able to organize and prioritize multiple demands. \nMaintain ethical conduct and keep confidential personal and medical information about patients. \nMust adhere to established hospital and Physical Medicine departmental policies, rules and regulations. \nServices are provided in compliance with federal, state, professional organization. \nReporting relationship Director of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Clinical Coordinator. \n\n3. PHYSICAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS \n\nSuccessful completion of pre-placement physical examination and drug screen. \nAbility to read, write, and communicate effectively. \nAbility to recall short- and long-term memory. \nAbility to lift/carry medium work level up to 55lbs. \nAbility to push/pull medium to heavy work level up to 200lbs. \nAbility to complete fine and gross motor movements and eye/hand coordination. \nThe physical ability to complete job tasks with full range of body motion necessary to complete dynamic balance, squat, bend, stoop, crawl, reach and sit/stand/walk for extended periods of time. \nRequires ability to see and hear at a level sufficient to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation. \nAbility to handle pressures in meeting deadlines and effectively manage multiple tasks throughout the workday. \nAbility to interact effectively with the public \nAbility to work effectively in a congested work site. \nAbility to work independently as well as in a group setting. \nAbility to exercise good judgment and good problem-solving skills. \nAbility to operate equipment and machinery. \n\nBEHAVIOR AND ATTITUDE \nThe mission of Beloit Health System, Inc. is to be the leader in regional health and wellness services that delivers high quality value and satisfaction to our patients and communities we serve. \nBeloit Health System requires the employee to maintain integrity as a fully engaged employee. Each employee will perform in a manner which ensures delivery of the highest quality of medical services and patient satisfaction. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each patient, visitor, and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance. \nThe above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.