Job Description$10,000 RECRUITMENT BONUS!
The Physical Therapist I (Entry/competent), Outpatient is responsible for the assessment and treatment of functional impairments including orthopedic injuries, neurologic conditions, oncology/lymphedema, and women's/men's health. The goal is to maintain or restore the patients to their maximum functional performance.
Responsibilities- Individually responsible for differential diagnosis and supervision of patient's care under direct access law without physician oversight.
- Evaluates and develops plan of care according to American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) guidelines.
- Administers evidence- based physical therapy treatments appropriate to diagnosis and to APTA guidelines.
- Documents and charges for patient care services in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer, and accrediting requirements.
- Completes progress notes/recertification to demonstrate the need for continues skilled services as outlined by federal, state, and insurance regulations.
- Completes discharge planning according to APTA guidelines by consulting with physicians, OT, SLP and with the patient/family.
- Completes peer to peer insurance review and other required forms for obtaining authorization for services.
- Meets productivity/KPI targets.
Competent:
- Coordinates external resources and support for patients and families.
- Completion of yearly mandatory education for employment and VA licensure.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Participates in at least one community service activity that is Centra sponsored or related to the PT profession.
- Serves as a Clinical Instructor for a physical therapy student clinical 1-2, or an intern (greater than 30 hours) applying to PT school.
- Provides one in-service annually to staff.
- Completes two of the following:
- Participates as a member of the APTA with at least 50% attendance.
- Participates in efforts to impact/affect legislation in professional area.
- Performs clinical activity or special project as pre-approved by manager.
- Supervises Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants, rehab assistants, and other support staff.
QualificationsRequired Education: Graduate of an accredited PT program (Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate Program)
Preferred Education: Masters Degree in Physical Therapy or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy
Preferred Experience: At least 1 year clinical experience in outpatient setting but will consider new graduates.
Required Certifications and Licensures: Current Virginia PT licensure or PT Compact license privileges.
Salary Range: $78,857.00 - $118,286.00
