UMC Physical Therapist PT

UMC Physical Therapist PT

PART I - General Job / Performance Information

Education and Experience

Graduate of an accredited Bachelors or Masters level PT program.

No previous experience is required, but preferred.

Environmental / Working Conditions

Works inside under normal temperature conditions with adequate light, in a well ventilated, clean area. Usually works around others, may expect some moderate noise. Frequently works with biologic or infectious agents, and may be exposed to communicable diseases. May come in contact with irritating chemicals or sprays. May be exposed to muscular strain in supporting, lifting, and assisting patients.

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

The therapist must display a professional attitude at all times, be thoughtful of others, neat and well groomed. The therapist will need to carry out close working relationships with many people including but not limited to other Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, support personnel, Athletic Trainers, Coaches, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapist Assistants, Speech and Language Pathologists, Audiologists, Physicians, Nurse Managers, Nursing Staff, and most importantly patients and their family members or caregivers. The therapist should demonstrate flexibility and have the ability to organize time in order to treat the maximum number of patients in the allotted working day. The therapist should also offer help to co-workers in the event of conflicts / cancellations in their patient load.

Job Description

The Staff Physical Therapist I for Outpatient Therapy has the responsibility to evaluate, treat, establish a plan of care, and assess physical therapy programs for patients referred to PM&R for treatment in the outpatient setting. The therapist is expected to maintain the highest level of quality patient care at all times. The therapist will assist in the supervision and training of other professional and support personnel, as well as students and volunteers. The therapist will be expected to complete daily documentation and charges, schedule patients daily. The therapist may be assigned to other specialty areas, and will be expected to be competent in all areas provided by this Department. The therapist will adhere to policies, procedures and standards of practice as defined by and / or stated by the 1) American Physical Therapy Association, 2) Texas State Physical Therapy Practice Act, 3) Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organization Manual, 4) UMC Standard Policy and Procedure manual, 5) PM&R Policy and Procedure Manual.

Required Licensures / Certifications / Registrations

Must have or be eligible for Texas State licensure.

Physical Capabilities

The therapist should have good physical stamina, be able to be on feet most of the day, and be fairly strong and energetic. Work frequently requires much walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, bending, carrying, talking, and hearing. Lifting more than 50 pounds is frequently required when doing patient care. The degree to which any of these is done depends on techniques being used. Hours may be long and irregular, and may include weekends.

Skills and Abilities

Must be able to apply the theory of Physical Therapy under the bylaws of the Texas State Practice Act and the APTA Code of Ethics.

Should speak intelligently and in a professional manner before others, demonstrate good public relations, demonstrate assertiveness, flexibility and tact.

Perform technical procedures.

Have ability and competency to operate necessary equipment.

Must be able to instill confidence in patients, physicians, and personnel.

Determine proper procedures and methods of treatment and evaluate results.

Make decisions independently.

Adapt to emergency situations.

Be alert to changes in the patient’s condition.

Demonstrate economic use of time.

Know techniques of assisting and handling patients.

Must possess a high degree of accuracy in carrying out prescriptions, receiving and translating information, charting and reporting.

Have supervisory skills.

Understand Department / Facility policies / procedures and regulations.

Must have coordination of sight and body movements in various applications of procedures.

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