Physical Therapist

44 Front Royal PT
50 Riverton Commons Dr
Front Royal, VA 22630, USA

Base Pay Range: $80,000–$120,000. Starting pay will be based on years of experience and specialty certifications.

Bonus: monthly productivity bonus, based on eligibility.

Position Summary/Scope of Responsibility

The Physical Therapist administers necessary physical therapy treatment as determined through a comprehensive evaluation process, for patients suffering from injuries or dysfunction of systems, including but not limited to the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, central nervous system, cardiovascular and integumentary systems. The purpose of this treatment is to help restore function, relieve pain, and prevent further disability. The Physical Therapist performs these responsibilities individually or through appropriate delegation to and oversight of support staff.

We offer a dynamic, collaborative environment where therapists and physicians work together to provide excellent patient care. With over 250 therapists, CAO provides opportunities for clinical growth as well as career advancement. CAO has excellent benefits including a focus on therapist continuing education such as:

• Periodic webinars featuring CAO physicians and therapists.
• Medbridge subscription including video HEPs and online CEU.
• In-person continuing education courses.
• A generous continuing education budget for personalized courses and content.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Controlled schedule with 45-minute appointment slots.
• Provides direct patient care 100% of work time which includes required documentation in patients' medical records.
• Conducts comprehensive evaluation to determine appropriate course of care for each patient and follow up treatments as appropriate.
• Performs and documents tests and measurements appropriate for the given condition which may include strength, range of motion, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency of the patient.
• Administers physical therapy treatments and monitors such treatment within the scope of physical therapy practice as appropriate for the patient’s condition to decrease pain, increase range of motion and strength and promote function. These treatments may include but not be limited to therapeutic interventions such as modalities, therapeutic procedures, manual therapy, written home exercise programs.
• Meets or exceeds CAO productivity standards as provided by his/her respective CAO therapy Practice.
• Assesses effects of treatments at various stages, but minimally every 30 days, and adjusts treatment to achieve maximum benefit.
• Document treatments, responses, progress, and outcomes in the chart of the patient according to federal and state regulations and CAO requirements.
• Documents and selects appropriate CPT codes which correlate to treatment administered. Selects codes and submits billing charges in a manner consistent with the amount and level of care provided for each patient.
• Abides by all insurance guidelines required for insurance coverage and reimbursement, coordinating care in accordance with current authorizations, referrals, treatment plans and insurance benefits requirements.
• Supervises physical therapist assistants and related therapy support staff during treatments as dictated by his/her respective state PT Practice Act and federal regulations.
• Supervises and assists with student observation/clinical rotation, as applicable and according to federal and state regulations.
• Works in collaboration with, and communicates effectively with, other medical providers for the purpose of benefiting the patient’s recovery and ensuring successful outcomes.
• Actively participates on the Therapy team, including but not limited to staff meetings, CAO sponsored events, webinars, in-services, and departmental meetings.
• Assists with the smooth running of the clinic, which may include variations in scheduled hours, as well as staffing at another CAO location.
• Administers treatment in accordance with all compliance regulations as dictated by federal and state governing bodies and in accordance with CAO best practices.
• May be required to work a minimum of two evening shifts per week and…