Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech Therapist PRN - 1st Shift
Full Time
Danbury, CT 06810
Posted
Job description
BASIC FUNCTIONThe licensed therapist evaluates and treats patients and communicates with patients, clients and team members. The licensed therapist maintains documentation of services in the medical record. Conducts in-services and training for patients, clients and team members on an ongoing basis in restorative techniques.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Supervise Therapist Assistants and therapy students in direct patient care to carry out plan of care and patient related activities per state practice act and reimbursement regulations.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and team building approach with all patients, clients and team members.
- Consistently attends work and provides appropriate notice for scheduled paid time off
- Maintains productivity standard as determined by supervisor and clinical needs.
- Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
- Evaluate patients based upon the physician referral/orders.
- Develop effective treatment plans with functional, goal based outcomes and ensure approval /orders for services from referring physician.
- Treat patients according to treatment plan.
- Record clinical documentation according to accepted regulatory and professional guidelines.
- Record daily treatment charges per approved billing guidelines.
- Instruct families and nursing staff regarding restorative/home programs.
- Participate in discharge planning.
- Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and other meetings as required or directed.
- Participate in in-service training program for other staff at the facility.
- Participate in facility performance improvement programs
- Coordinate with members of other departments, attending physicians, committee members, and other staff within the Rehab department.
- Perform other duties as required or directed
- Screen patients based upon identified need.
- Assist with cleaning maintenance of treatment area and department
- Secure necessary durable medical equipment and adaptive equipment for patients.
- Report any problems with department equipment to appropriate personnel so that it is maintained in good working order.
- Travel or float between facilities as determined by supervisor and patient needs.
EDUCATION/LICENSURE
Graduate of an accredited college or university with a valid state license or eligibility to obtain license in state where services are provided.
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Proof of COVID Vaccination is required to be eligible for this postion.
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Senior Philanthropy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disablity or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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