Mobile Health Team Inc., a staffing agency has an opening for a Physical Therapist(PT). We are looking for someone with a passion for people.

Location: Juneau, AK, 99801

Assignment Start Date: 10/25/2024

13 weeks | Days | 8-10-hour shift | 40 hours guaranteed weekly

POSITION COMPLEXITIES

Physical therapists are health care professionals responsible and accountable for patient assessment, evaluation, and establishing a plan of care and therapeutic interventions for a wide range of ages with widely varying diagnoses and skills needs who present with a full spectrum of movement abilities, dysfunctions, and complexities. The clinician needs to be able to inform clinical teams regarding decisions that involve physical therapy while taking into consideration consultation provided by other care providers. As patients are seen, recommendations may be made regarding their level of independence and rehabilitation needs which may impact services, care placement, and further treatment. The incumbent shall also demonstrate accountability for the contribution to program development, quality improvement, problem-solving, and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion. Documenting and processing interventions appropriately must be followed for continuity of care and reimbursement for services. The position requires occasional travel off-site and out of town to provide services outside of the Hospital.

• This job can involve working in a small space, at a demanding pace, with a variety of people and sometimes difficult personalities and situations; good judgment, tact, and personal skills are necessary for positive working relationships between patients and co-workers.
• This job involves potential risks that the Therapist must work to avoid to the extent possible. Exposure to infectious organisms is possible; use of precautions and appropriate protective equipment is necessary.
• Latex may be present in the workplace.
• The job may require repetitive or heavy lifting, up to 50 pounds, with physically demanding movements and positions; the practice of good body mechanics and good judgment is necessary. Services may be provided in a variety of settings including in-patient, out-patient, off-site locations, community events, home visits, and remote locations. There may be occasional travel to remote areas by boat or plane for multiple days, possibly in harsh weather.
• This job is a covered position following the Indian Child Protection Act.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Duty/Responsibility #1 (70%):

Provides assessment, performs evaluation, identifies therapy diagnosis, formulates therapy treatment plan with goals, and implements treatment of PT services to patients. Be responsible as the primary therapy provider to implement, supervise, and modify a therapy plan of care based on an assessment of patient response to optimize the outcome for each patient. Review clinical records and case histories. Attends care conferences, regular meetings/rounds, and remains in contact with referring providers, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals to review patient's status and individual needs within the health care team concept. Collaborates with other team members to ensure appropriate medical equipment is arranged and a care plan is established before discharge. Document patient encounter findings and treatments including diagnoses, treatment plans, recommendations, and prognoses in appropriate format according to hospital policies. Provides services on time after receipt of referral. Both In-patient and out-patient populations in various settings as assigned. Direct the work of support staff, students, or interns. Facilitates a healthcare partnership between providers, patients, and their families. Develop, implement, and conduct patient education and therapy programs based on patient and/or family needs. Provides patients and families with home exercise programs to achieve the fullest rehabilitative potential. Advises patients and family members in methods that facilitate a capacity for self-care and independence, facilitating movement towards a healthcare partnership between providers, patients, and their families. Home programs are clear and concise and the provider ensures that these instructions are understood by asking for feedback and demonstration of programs by patients or caregivers. Programs are taught to demonstrate sensitivity to cross-cultural issues.

Duty/Responsibility #2 (10%):

Assist senior staff in administrative matters, clinic operations, and specialty/research areas as appropriate. Utilize the hospital computer system to obtain patient information, as well as keep abreast of hospital directives, and in general, participate in the timely and efficient flow of information. Provides a summary of results, statistics, and metrics as required by management. Assists acquisition and fit of durable medical equipment/devices based on the needs of the patient. Maintain supply stocks and clinical equipment at acceptable levels. Remain current in specific billing procedures/mechanisms (Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payers) to aid in reimbursement of services, and dispensable supplies, including plan of care concurrence with referring providers. Maintain cleanliness of clinical space.

Duty/Responsibility #3 (10%):

Therapy services may be performed outside of the hospital in conjunction with Health Services programs and the community at large and may take place in locations including the High School Student Health Clinic, Community Clinics, community senior centers, Pioneer Home, health/job fairs, patients' home and/or workplace, and other collaborative efforts between the Department and the community. This may include participation with project or health promotion teams. Video conferencing may be used for patient encounters, training, and administrative duties with off-site locations. Home assessments for evaluation of patient's living arrangements, use of durable medical equipment, and implementation of therapy plan in the home living environment. Occasional multi-day travel to remote locations by boat or small plane which may be in inclement or harsh weather.

Duty/Responsibility #4 (5%):

Educates staff on PT issues and educates patient/family with therapeutic exercises, activities, and equipment. Assists in committee and management duties within and representing the Physical Therapy Department as requested. Provide therapy consultation, presentations, and in-service to medical staff, consultants, and other interdisciplinary health care personnel and patient populations regarding therapy services as assigned. This may include participation with project or health promotion teams. To keep current with knowledge of therapy procedures/techniques and improve clinical service staff will participate as a learner or teacher in clinical education, in-service, etc. Continuing educational funds will be allocated for the benefit of the department. Adheres to the regulatory and practice standards of PT set by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Follows all confidentiality and quality assurance standards; participates in SQM functions, utilizes SQM principles in all aspects of the job. Demonstrates sensitivity to cross-cultural issues.

Duty/Responsibility #5 (5%):

Performs other duties or activities as assigned.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION

Experience:

• Must have at least 2 years of clinical experience providing Physical therapy to all ages is preferred.
• Pediatric experience is preferred

Education:

• Entry-level qualifying master's or doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program or
• Graduate from an APTA-approved program of Physical Therapy at the Baccalaureate level with 2 years of proven work and Continuing Education experience that indicates the applicant has mastered the knowledge base that would typically be taught in a master's program.
• Broad-based clinical experience in multiple settings is preferred.

Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registration:

• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist
• Must have current Basic Life Support certification.
• Must have a valid Driver's license at the time of submission

EMR System: Cerner experience preferred

Shift: Days

COVID-19: MUST HAVE COVID AND FLU VACCINATIONS (INCLUDING BOOSTER)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of musculoskeletal physiology including active/passive range of motion, gait, strength, biomechanics, and mental cognition to administer a variety of standardized assessments, being able to select the most appropriate test for a specific client and implement treatments accordingly.
• Knowledge of various techniques for providing sound assessments, evaluations, treatment planning, and treatments for patients presenting various diagnoses with functional deficits among the general population.
• Knowledge of various regulations and practice standards as they relate to PT including billing mechanisms (Medicaid, Medicare, and third-party payers) that may be available for patient equipment and services.
• PT treatment skills: Skill to utilize, properly fit, and train patients with adaptive devices. Including but not limited to splints, braces, orthosis, seating equipment, durable medical equipment, and ADL assistive device
• Skills in expressing self clearly and effectively in written and spoken communication, such as in both daily documentation of written reports, client progress notes, and narrative summaries, as well as in training clinical and non-clinical staff; consulting with upper management, outside agencies, organizations, and subordinates; networking with other providers in the community; and proficient in public speaking.
• Skills utilizing information technology. Proficiency with computers including multiple software applications, and interfaces with multiple programs. Uses of new technologies such as laptops, tablets, and imaging devices.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, teachers, community members non-PT service professionals, and persons of any level of understanding. Including the ability to translate complex PT service diagnoses, evaluations, and therapies into simple oral and written language that others can understand.
• Must have the physical ability to deliver treatment techniques and assist patient mobility while keeping patients and self safe: allowing the therapist to work effectively with patients and their families for proven therapeutic progress
• Must have the ability to exercise sound judgment in all aspects of employment such as patient care, workplace safety, and employee relations.
• This job can involve working in a small space, at a demanding pace, with a variety of people and sometimes difficult personalities and situations; good judgment, tact, and personal skills are necessary for positive working relationships between patients and co-workers.
• This job involves potential risks that the Therapist must work to avoid to the extent possible. Exposure to infectious organisms is possible; use of precautions and appropriate protective equipment is necessary.
• Latex may be present in the workplace.
• The job may require repetitive or heavy lifting, up to 50 pounds, with physically demanding movements and positions; the practice of good body mechanics and good judgment is necessary. Services may be provided in a variety of settings including in-patient, out-patient, off-site locations, community events, home visits, and remote locations. There may be occasional travel to remote areas by boat or plane for multiple days, possibly in harsh weather.
• This job is a covered position following the Indian Child Protection Act.

Mobile Health Team, Inc is a workforce solutions company. We match experienced healthcare professionals with temporary or permanent positions globally.

Our mission is clear, to bridge the staffing gap in the healthcare industry by creating and maintaining long-term working relationships with clients and healthcare professionals. We specialize in temporary and permanent placements in order to meet our client's needs.