Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist at North Mississippi Health Services Job Summary

The Physical Therapist at North Mississippi Health Services is integral to the Rehabilitation Services department. This role involves evaluating patients and creating treatment plans, ensuring competence in various therapeutic areas. The Physical Therapist collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, adheres to regulations, and maintains patient satisfaction through effective clinical decision-making and equipment management.

• Supervisory:
  • Delegate authority to PTAs and technicians.
  • Provide supervisory visits according to state regulations.
• Budget:
  • Remain within monthly budget when ordering equipment and supplies.
  • Charge patients appropriately and in a timely manner for treatment equipment.
• Clinical:
  • Maintain productivity level at department target.
  • Evaluate and establish treatment plan for any patient referred to Physical Therapy.
  • Demonstrate skills in Evaluation, Therapeutic Exercise/Activity, Gait training, Cognitive skills, Wheelchair transfers, Modalities as appropriate for PT.
  • Attend and provide continuing education services.
  • Serve as mentor for new employees.
  • Serve as clinical instructor after one year of experience as a clinician.
  • Complete documentation according to all regulations in a timely manner.
• Other:
  • Be competent in use of computer for documentation and charging purposes.
• Regulation:
  • Adhere to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
  • Comply with applicable local, state, and federal policies, procedures, guidelines, regulations, laws, and statutes.

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy. Required.
• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy. Preferred.

• CPR – Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation.

• Demonstrate competency in assessment and treatment of neonates/infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Participate in Clinical Ladder program as applicable.
• Plan, organize, and implement patient treatment.
• Coordinate patient treatment schedule with other PTs, PTAs, OTs, COTAs, SLPs, and rehab technicians.
• Participate in PI projects, committees, and teams and report as appropriate.
• Establish and revise new and existing treatment protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Interact with team members, physicians, nursing personnel, social workers, payers, and other medical staff in person, by phone, and/or written communication.
• Extensive contact with patients and visitors both in person and by phone.

• Standing frequently.
• Walking frequently.
• Sitting occasionally.
• Lifting/Carrying frequently up to 100 lbs.
• Pushing/Pulling frequently.
• Climbing occasionally.
• Balancing occasionally.
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending frequently.
• Reaching over head work occasionally.
• Grasping frequently.
• Speaking constantly.
• Hearing constantly.
• Repetitive Motions constantly.
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination frequently.

• Continuing Education.
• 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions.
• Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance.
• Wellness Programs and Incentives.
• Referral Bonuses.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Medical Benefits.
• Dental Benefits.
• Vision Benefits.
• License and Certification Reimbursement.
• Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance.
• Employee Discount Program.
• Early Access to Earned Wages.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Relocation Assistance.
• Paid Time Away.
• Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers.

Entry level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care