Description
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Franciscan Healthcare is looking for a Physical Therapist to carry out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals. The Rehabilitation Department provides services in the following settings: Outpatient, inpatient, nursing home, home health and local schools.
Hours: Full-time, Exempt
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, refer, screen, evaluate, carry out, and discharge patient’s treatment program in coordination with other medical professional involved in the patients care.
Administer treatment program per physician instructions.
Offer effective communication to patients regarding treatment plan, education on condition, necessary precautions and discharge goals.
Provide quality services to all patient we treat.
Complete documentation within the respective EMR based on the entity which treatment was performed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and/or Experience
Graduated from an accredited School of Physical Therapy
Licensed Physical Therapist in Nebraska
Valid driver’s license
Knowledgeable of EMR systems (Cerner, OptimisPT, NetHealth and Matrix Care). If previously experience is not had, capable of learning functions within each system
Other Competencies
Ability to use critical thinking skills to organize workload according to priorities and assess situations
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Ability to record information accurately and follow instructions precisely
Interpersonal skills, specifically courtesy and tact in order to communicate effectively
Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time; May be on feet for most of the shift
Occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50lbs; if weight to be lifted exceeds 35 lbs., assistive devices should be used
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