Physical Therapist - Outpatient Medical Center (Days + Saturdays)
Company: Denver Health
Location: Denver
Posted on: April 15, 2024
Job Description:
We are recruiting for a motivated Physical Therapist -
Outpatient Medical Center (Days + Saturdays) to join our team!We
are here for life's journey.Where is your life journey taking
you?Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects
something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us
all:Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in
health.DepartmentDH PHYSICAL THERAPY PAV LJob SummaryThe Physical
Therapist ("Therapist") under minimal supervision, assesses, plans,
organizes, and participates in rehabilitative treatments that
improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or
correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.The
Therapist coordinates care of patients in collaboration with
healthcare professionals, family and caregiver. Utilizes experience
and education to assist with developing programs, improving
performance, and student and workforce education.The Therapist is a
subject matter expert that relies on clinical reasoning in
synthesizing complex evaluations and routinely collaborates with
colleagues and key stakeholders to coordinate patient treatment
that issafe, efficient and high-quality.Essential Functions:
- Patient CareDeliver, assess, plan, organize, and participate in
rehabilitative treatments that improve mobility, relieve pain,
increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions
resulting from disease or injury utilizing evidence-based
occupational therapy treatment interventions. Perform and document
an initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and determine
a diagnosis prior to intervention. (30%)
- Treatment Plan (Plan of Care)Develop and maintain the patient's
plan of care in collaboration with Physician's, the patient and
family. Focus the plan of care on the patient's age and lifestyle
to determine measurable long- and short-term goals and a defined
D/C plan. Discuss the proposed intervention, its material risks and
expected benefits, and any reasonable alternatives with patient and
family members. Modifies treatment plan to coincide with patient's
goals and the overall plan. Confer with the patient, medical
practitioners, or appropriate others to plan, implement, or assess
the intervention program. (30%)
- EvaluationEvaluate the effects of treatment at various stages
and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit. Evaluates patient
outcomes based on presenting diagnosis and pertinent information
regarding the patient. (15%)
- DocumentationComplete patient care documentation recording the
prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart.
Update medical records according to prescribed departmental
standards. Complete appropriate data bases, problem lists,
treatment goals and individualized plan of care. Completes patient
charges per department guidelines. (10%)
- Education (Patient and Employees)Assists in precepting,
orienting and teaching students (OT students, hospital staff),
precepts new employees during orientation. Trains and educates
patients, family members and care-givers in therapy principles,
methods and techniques in order to achieve intended outcomes.
(5%)
- DischargeDischarge patient from physical therapy when goals or
projected outcomes have been attained and provide for appropriate
follow-up care or referrals. (5%)
- Staff SupervisionDirect, supervise, assess, and communicate
with supportive personnel. Assist in overseeing the activities of
the staff which includes but is not limited to sourcing, hiring,
and training new team members, creating and managing schedules,
evaluating performance, and providing coaching to engage and
motivate team members, identifying and applying career advancement
opportunities for team members, and helping to resolve employee
issues and disputes. (5%)Education:
- Master's Degree RequiredWork Experience:
- 0 years required, new grads welcome to applyLicenses:
- BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart
Association RequiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods
for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for
individuals and groups, and the measurement of training
effects.
- Problem solving - the ability to systematically analyze
problems, draw relevant conclusions and devise appropriate courses
of action.
- Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs
and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate
one.
- Knowledge of theory, principles and practice of physical
therapy.
- Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the
strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or
approaches to problems.
- Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people
are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking
questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate
times.
- Concern for Others - Job requires being sensitive to others'
needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the
job.
- Knowledge of safety principles in patient care
environment.
- Knowledge of standards, polices and procedures of Denver Health
as they pertain to physical therapy.
- Ability to integrate requirements of the facility and/or
regulatory agencies into clinical decisions and
documentation.Schedule: 4, 10 Hour Shifts (includes
Saturdays)ShiftDays (United States of America)Work
TypeRegularSalary$37.88 - $56.82 / hrBenefits
- Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year,
immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and
generous medical plans
- Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
- On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
- Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands,
travel, and more
- Tuition reimbursement & assistance
- Education & development opportunities including career pathways
and coaching
- Professional clinical advancement program & shared
governance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free
student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF
program
- National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health
Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employerOur Values
- Respect
- Belonging
- Accountability
- TransparencyAll job applicants for safety-sensitive positions
must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of
employment has been made.Denver Health is an integrated,
high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the
nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care
medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10
family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky
Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO
and The Denver Health Foundation.As Colorado's primary, and
essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a
mission-driven organization that has provided billions in
uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an
Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and
purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community
needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000
children a year.Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just
minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities
Denver has to offer.We strongly support diversity in the workforce
and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).Denver
Health values the unique ideas, talents and contributions
reflective of the needs of our community. For more about our
commitment to diversity visit:
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