Job Description:
PURPOSE OF JOB:

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To provide physical therapy services to patients/clients including

assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related

documentation and communication, under a physician's supervision and in

the patient's home environment.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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• Promotes patient safety through adherence to policies, procedures, guidelines, Joint Commission standards, and state and Medicare regulations. (20%)

• Demonstrates excellent clinical competency at all times according to departmental and program standards as well as the standards of each discipline. (20%)

• Demonstrates patient case management by assessing, planning, implementing, and documenting patient care needs according to department guidelines in order to achieve quality outcomes. (20%)

• Communicates and collaborates with patients, families, physicians, and others to provide coordination of care and customer service. Participates in IDC meetings live or via documentation input. (20%)
• Demonstrates fiscal responsibility by controlling costs, and enhancing revenue. (20%)

Job Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS:

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• Education: Graduate of A.P.T.A. approved curriculum in physical therapy. Must have license for State of Pennsylvania.

• Experience: Professional competency as a general practitioner of physical therapy. One or more years of experience preferred.

• Other Skills: Sensitivity and insight to patient and staff needs. Ability to interrelate with various professional and non-professional staff. High professional ethics, personal integrity and responsibility to co-workers. Personal car and current drivers license.