Therapist-Physical II

Overview

Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.

Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Provides leadership support, participates on hospital committees, serves as a resource and ambassador for performance improvement to clinical and management staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Completes assigned goals.
• Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
• Develops a written plan of care.
• Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
• Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care and reassesses patient's functional status as needed.
• Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
• Contributes to the development of staff and students.
• Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
• Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.

Experience
: 3 years clinical experience or advanced training and certification in area of primary assignment.

Education
:

Training
:
Advanced training and/or certification in area of primary practice.

Special Skills
:
Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure
: BLS certification within 14 days of hire (HRT).

Yes – This position formally supervises employees and has the authority to hire, terminate, discipline, promote, or recommend such to manager.

Functional Demands
:

• Sedentary:
  Very light energy level. Lift 10 lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15 lbs. Push/pull 20 lbs. cart.
• Light Moderate energy level:
  Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (e.g., empty bed, stretcher)
• Medium High energy level:
  Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200 lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer 150-200 lbs. (e.g., Patient)
• Heavy Very high energy level:
  Lift over 50 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200 lbs. (e.g., Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.

Functional Demands Rating:
Medium.

Activity Level Throughout Workday:
Physical Activity Requirements – Sitting:
Frequent;
Standing:
Frequent;
Walking:
Frequent;
Climbing:
Occasional;
Carry objects:
Occasional;
Push/Pull:
Occasional;
Twisting:
Occasional;
Bending:
Occasional;
Reaching Forward/Overhead:
Occasional;
Squat/Kneel/Crawl:
Occasional;
Wrist position deviation:
Occasional;
Pinching/fine motor activities:
Occasional;
Keyboard use/repetitive motion:
Occasional;
Taste or smell:
Occasional;
Talk or hear:
Occasional.

Sensory Requirements:
Color discrimination (Near Vision: Yes, Far Vision: Accurate, Depth Perception: Accurate, Hearing: Minimal).

Environmental Requirements:
Blood‑Borne Pathogens – Anticipated;
Chemical – Anticipated;
Airborne Communicable Diseases – Anticipated;
Extreme Temperatures – Not Anticipated;
Radiation – Not Anticipated;
Uneven Surfaces or Elevations – Not Anticipated;
Extreme Noise Levels – Not Anticipated;
Dust/Particular Matter – Not Anticipated;
Other – Not Anticipated.