What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient Rehab position at Family Health West Employment Opportunities?
You belong here! At Family Health West, you’re more than an employee, you’re family.
When you enter our facility, you know it’s Family Health West because, well, the color speaks for itself. You’ll be part of a team that strives to bring color to care in a vibrant environment by creating fun, effective treatment programs helping to empower and inspire our patients while providing the tools and care they need to achieve their wellness goals.
When we say you’ll do what you love, we mean it! Welcomed by open arms and warm smiles, you’ll join a team that encourages professional growth. We are sure to put on our listening ears when you share new ideas and approaches to care because that’s what got us to the top! You’ll wear your badge proudly, knowing that you contribute each day, to providing care that is unmatched, in western Colorado.
So, what are you waiting for?! Fill out the application now, and when you hit send do a little happy dance knowing that you just made our day. If it still sounds too good to be true, come see for yourself. Call us to schedule a tour and meet your new best friends!
About Family Health West
Our roots go deep -- founded by the community in 1946, it’s no wonder our hospital feels like coming home. We were built from the ground up with the hands of our own community, a labor of dedication and hope by our people, for our people, for the future.
At Family Health West we go beyond what corporate hospitals deliver, we’ve created a culture of prosperity where warmth, passion, and care flourishes. As we focus on continually improving outcomes for patients, our network of healthcare providers includes a 25-bed critical access hospital, one of the largest rehab providers in western Colorado, outpatient surgical services, specialty clinics, emergency services, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities.
Nestled at the base of the Colorado National Monument, Family Health West has an outdoor paradise at your back door. The community culture is fitting for outdoor lovers, bikers, hikers, or those just simply soaking in the panoramic views.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Reliable and punctual attendance is essential; expected to be at job as scheduled each scheduled day.
- Communicate necessary information to others as appropriate.
- Evaluate and treat acute care and swing bed patients as prescribed by a licensed physician, with a wide spectrum of diagnoses.
- Supervise and direct occupational therapy assistants, occupational therapy students and rehab aides.
- Identify and initiate appropriate physical therapy interventions.
- Assess and document the effectiveness of treatment and modify the treatment plan to achieve goals.
- Assess educational needs of the patient, family or caregiver and provide education to meet those needs.
- Provide care with the consideration of the physician’s orders and established plan of care.
- Communicate with patient, family, caregivers and members of the healthcare team to promote maximum benefit of care.
- Work cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional physical therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.
- Document objective measures of patient status, within the limits of his/her licensure and ability, as appropriate, in providing care and to assist in assessing the effectiveness of care.
- Communicate the goals and treatment plans of shared patients with the Physical Therapist Assistant, while delegating appropriately, to promote maximum benefits from therapy.
- Implement education plan as outlined by the evaluating therapist, determine additional educational needs of the patient, family, care giver or significant other as they arise and in collaboration with the evaluating therapist.
- Follow plan for discharge and discuss with evaluating therapist any additional discharge concerns, which arise during care.
- Complete all documentation required to support the services provided and meet organizational, clinical and reimbursement requirements.
- Maintain positive relations withal customers and family members.
- Ensure that patient charges are accurate and entered within 24 hours of service.
- Complete required documentation, including progress notes, daily notes, discharge notes, and insurance forms within 24 hours of service. Complete patient evaluations within 72 hours of service.
- Contribute to the cost effectiveness of services and programs provided by the department.
- Participate in personal performance improvement and program development activities including administrative staff meetings.
- Communicate observations and suggestions related to opportunities for improvement to supervisor.
- Orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual as requested.
- Assist with administrative duties, including but not limited to answering phones, billing, photocopying and clean up, as necessary for the overall department function when necessary.
- Facilitate referral base by effectively communicating with referral source through personal visits, phone conversations or written messages.
- Perform Physical Therapy services off campus as directed by Rehabilitation Services Director. Comply fully with FHW Driver policies, processes and procedures.
- Other job related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
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Education |
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.), Master’s degree (M.A.) or Doctoral degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with a program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). |
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Licenses |
Current State of Colorado Physical Therapy license in good standing. |
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Certifications |
Current BLS certification. |
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Experience |
1 to 3 years’ experience in Physical Therapy preferred. |
PT (Physical Therapist) - WAGE RANGE: $37.00 to $45.10
Immunizations required for employment, including COVID-19.
FHW offers a full benefits package including:
FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:
Employee Assistance Program
403 (B) with 4% match from FHW and 9zero day vesting schedule
FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES WORKING AT LEAST 30 HOURS A WEEK
Medical Plan Options:
- PPO plan with copay/coinsurance and lower deductible
- High Deductible Health Plan with the option for a Health Savings Account.
- Telemedicine includes in both plan options.
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Insurance with a Short and Long Term Option.
Critical Illness and Accident Plans
Cafeteria Options: Health Reimbursement/ Flex Savings / Dependent Childcare
A host of other options to include: Pet Insurance, Identity Protection, Travel protection,
Salary : $37 - $45
