Description
This Physical Therapist role at Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital is responsible for screening, testing, evaluating, diagnosing, and treating injuries, diseases, and disabilities using physical therapy procedures and modalities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide skilled physical therapy services, staying updated on standard practices for different patient groups
- Conduct evaluations and treatments according to professional standards (APTA), considering diagnosis, history, and physician referrals
- Develop care plans with specific goals based on patient assessments
- Meet established productivity standards for the department or service line
- Keep thorough and timely patient records as required by regulations and facility policies
- Complete patient billing accurately and promptly
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers about patient needs and goals
- Manage all aspects of patient care and education, including supervising assistants, aides, office staff, and students
- Participate in and promote continuing education opportunities for self and staff
- Engage in quality improvement processes, including safe equipment use, improving clinical outcomes, patient access, and patient experience
- Participate in patient care conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, staff meetings, and necessary professional and work groups
- Contribute to program development and marketing strategies to grow the physical therapy program and achieve department goals
Requirements:
- Current Physical Therapist license in states where you work
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
- Basic Computer skills
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Possess skill sets and experience with target population of job setting
- Current driver's license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record
Salary: $43.09 - $66.47 per hour