Physical Therapist, Specialist at Springfield Clinic

Date: 12/19/2019
Job Code: PTSMED
Job Title: Physical Therapist - Specialist

The Physical Therapist-Specialist is responsible for the development of the Physical Therapy Specialty service line including; clinical protocol development, workflow and patient flow coordination with referring providers, planning/implementing treatment programs, monitoring patient's progress towards treatment goals in addition to directly communicating with referring physicians and accountability for service line performance and improvement.

Job Relationships

• Reports to the Director of Physical Therapy
  
  
  Principal Responsibilities
  
  
  
  • Provide immediate support to physicians and patients in a physician clinic setting specific to the area of specialization.
    
  • Coordinate the care of patients outside the physician clinic specific to their rehabilitation needs.
    
  • Perform evaluation procedures including: range of motion, circumferential measurements of body parts, neurological and manual muscle testing, motor developmental assessment, and analysis of posture, gait, and functional activities.
    
  • Interpret evaluation results to determine degree of impairment, aid in differential diagnoses, and assist in establishing and revising the specifics of treatment.
    
  • Plan treatment programs based upon the patient's complaint, physician referral, review of medical records, and evaluation results.
    
  • Set appropriate goals for treatment to relieve pain, restore function, and prevent disability.
    
  • Rule out contra-indications to treatment and recommend necessary changes.
    
  • Perform electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, cryotherapy, traction and massage techniques following established procedures and within limits set by patient condition and tolerance.
    
  • Administer therapeutic exercises to improve posture, strength, range of motion, coordination, and endurance.
    
  • Provide fitting and application of recommended orthotic devices.
    
  • Instruct patients in the use of assistive devices and physical therapy procedures to be continued at home.
    
  • Monitor the effects of treatment and modify techniques to achieve maximum benefit.
    
  • Document initial evaluation and progress report for patient's medical record.
    
  • Verbally report progress or changes in patient's condition to the referring physician as appropriate.
    
  • Validate treatment given for accurate completion of the charge ticket.
    
  • Provide input or timely scheduling for patients.
    
  • Provide direction and supervision of Physical Therapy Assistants and other supportive personnel.
    
  • Maintain professional mannerism.
    
  • Maintain clean, neat and orderly work environment.
    
  • Attempt to provide for patient comfort and modesty.
    
  • Communicate tactfully in person or by telephone.
    
  • Economically utilize supplies.
    
  • Help to maintain equipment and notify the Director of problems.
    
  • Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedure codes.
    
  • File incident reports for any event in which the individual or facility might be subject to liability.
    
  • Notify the Director of any situation, which warrants consideration beyond the Staff Physical Therapist's duties and responsibilities.
    
  • Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
    
  • Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
    
  • Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
    
  • Perform other job duties as assigned.
    
    
    Education/Experience
    
    
    
    • Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy.
      
      
      Licenses/Certificates
      
      
      
      • Licensed by the State of Illinois (PT).
        
      • CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.
        
        
        Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
        
        
        
        • Preferred to be a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, but not required.
          
        • Kinesiotaping, LSVT BIG certification for treatment of Parkinson's, Graston Technique, Sports Medicine, McKenzie Method for back pain, Lymphedema Management, Women's/Men's Health, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Dry Needling, ASTYM, ISTYM, CSCS and BFR (Blood Flow Restriction).
          
          
          Working Environment
          
          
          
          • Extensive walking, standing, kneeling and heavy lifting.
            
            
            PHI/Privacy Level
            
            
            
            • HIPAA1