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Health Physical TherapistConnected Roots Care Center • Omaha, NE, United States
Health Physical Therapist

Health Physical Therapist

Connected Roots Care Center • Omaha, NE, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description :

CRCC is a local non-profit, PSLF eligible organization dedicated to providing comprehensive education, nursing, and therapy wrapped services to children of all abilities to help them reach their highest potential. CRCC values Quality Care for Children, Family Involvement, and Staff Excellence. Come join our team !

We are looking for a full-time pediatric Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant to float between our NW (88th & Blondo) and SW (138th & Q) centers .

Physical Therapist will be responsible for :

  • Working with pediatric clients with disabilities, injuries, and serious health impairments to restore, maintain, and promote overall gross motor function and health.
  • Assessing the needs, analyzing risks, and problem solving effectively while using a high level of professional judgment to recommend and provide therapy services to our pediatric clients.
  • Making environmental modifications and training staff to manage physical needs at an appropriate level of supervision with direct supervision exercised over support personnel.

Physical Therapist Assistant will be responsible for :

  • Working with pediatric clients with disabilities, injuries, and serious health impairments to restore, maintain, and promote overall gross motor function and health under the supervision of a physical therapist.
  • Integrate and collaborate with other disciplines in order to effectively carry out individualized programs, provided by physical therapist, based on improving deficits in areas of gross motor function, adaptive equipment, and self-advocacy.
  • Assess and teach clients who have limited capabilities to develop abilities needed to foster independence and positive interactions in their home and community environments.
  • A pediatric physical therapist assistant works under the supervision of a physical therapist to treat children from birth to age 21 at CRCC. A PTA will treat problems such as injuries, pre-existing conditions, and issues caused by illnesses or diseases.

    • Physical Therapist Essential Functions / Responsibilities

  • Plans, coordinates, directs, and evaluates physical therapy treatments, procedures, and programs from date of evaluation through date of discharge while adhering to professional, ethical, and legal standards of practice.
  • Reviews client records in order to determine necessary physical therapy services (screen, evaluation, and continued treatment).
  • Evaluates client to determine intervention strategies and frequency of physical therapy treatment necessary using appropriate tests and measures.
  • Makes recommendations regarding the use of adaptive equipment, orthotics, assistive devices, and adjunct sessions with trained staff or family members.
  • Administers physical therapy programs and intervention strategies.
  • Provides direct supervision to physical therapist assistants every 30 days per Nebraska Physical Therapy Practice Act.
  • Modifies intervention when deemed appropriate.
  • Collaborates with school therapists in order to provide consistent and effective care.
  • Trains staff in safe implementation of physical therapy needs in the classroom.
  • Records all pertinent data in the clients medical records.
  • Provides and record all relevant paperwork and client information (evaluations, re-evaluations, daily notes, plan of care updates, and discharge summaries) per policies and procedures for the therapy department.
  • Assists with the recruiting and pre-screening of therapy clients.
  • Provides proper documentation for ordering necessary therapy equipment, supplies and assessment tools as needed.
  • Provides weekly schedule to Rehab Services Coordinator by Wednesday at noon each week or enters weekly schedule into the EHR system by the end of the last working day, the week prior.
  • Respectfully communicates with parents / caregivers and serves as a resource for information relevant to client care, using Tadpoles.

    • Physical Therapist Assistant Essential Functions / Responsibilities

  • Observing patients before, during and after therapy.
  • Noting the patients status and reporting it to a physical therapist.
  • Helping patients do specific exercises that the physical therapist has put in the plan of care.
  • Treating patients using a variety of techniques, including, but not limited to, stretching, equipment training, functional mobility, etc.
  • Helping children to learn to move their bodies correctly.
  • Assessing patients and monitoring their progress.
  • Collaborate with school therapists / classroom teachers in order to provide consistent and effective care.
  • Train staff in safe implementation of physical therapy needs in the classroom, as directed / approved by physical therapist.
  • Record all pertinent data in the clients medical records per policies and procedures for the therapy department.
  • Respectfully communicate with parents / caregivers and serve as a resource for information relevant to client care.
  • Attend monthly team meetings and all other meetings necessary for continuity of care for clients.

    • Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant General Responsibilities and Professional Attributes

  • Recognizes own professional growth needs and pursue professional development opportunities.
  • Consistently applies and promotes CRCCs policies and procedures and Guiding Principles.
  • Possesses understanding, patience, and flexibility in dealing with children, parents and all staff members.
  • Represents the organization by attending outside events supporting CRCC and participates in marketing and outreach efforts, when applicable.
  • Willingly accepts guidance and respects input of others.
  • Fields caregiver concerns or issues in calm, professional manner. Passes on to therapy team member as appropriate. Monitors follow-up to ensure client issue(s) are adequately resolved.
  • Promotes family involvement and communication.
  • Provides input for monthly newsletter.
  • Maintains confidentiality with all information on children and families.
  • Accepts other duties as assigned.
  • Adheres to daily work schedule.
  • Strives to maintain harmonious relationships and communication with all staff members.
  • Performs duties without need of continuous supervision and carries them out within a reasonable timeframe.
  • Demonstrates pride in work and the business by practicing good grooming and wearing appropriate attire.

    • Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to stay calm and poised in challenging situations.
  • Ability to communicate ideas in a clear and comprehensive manner both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to prioritize, multi-task and take direction from others.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds.

    • Benefits

    CRCC offers an Excellent Benefit Package for full-time employees.

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • CRCC-paid short & long term disability and life insurance
  • PTO
  • Holiday pay Paid Holiday Pay for full-time employees between Christmas and New Years!
  • 401k with match

    • Requirements :

    Minimum Qualifications for Physical Therapist

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy School with any of the following degrees or combination of these degrees : BS, MS, MPT or DPT.
  • Current active license in state of Nebraska as a Physical Therapist.
  • Current active BLS / CPR certification required.
  • Experience with pediatric physical therapies preferred.
  • Able to meet agencys conditions of employment regarding health status and clearance with the Nebraska Child Abuse / Neglect Central Registry and / or Adult Abuse / Neglect Registry and the Nebraska State Patrol.

    • Minimum Qualifications for Physical Therapist Assistant

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program with an Associates Degree.
  • Current active license in state of Nebraska as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
  • Obtain BLS / CPR certification upon hire
  • Experience with physical therapy in pediatric setting preferred.
  • Able to meet agencys conditions of employment regarding health status and clearance with the Nebraska Child Abuse / Neglect Central Registry and / or Adult Abuse / Neglect Registry and the Nebraska State Patrol.

    • Compensation details : 33-40 Hourly Wage

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