Job Summary
Evaluates and assesses patients to establish functional, measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities. Provides treatment according to a written plan of care to meet established goals. Plans for discharge and communicates findings and progress according to professional licensure/certification, scope of practice and departmental/discipline policies and procedures. Produces other reports as needed. May supervise clinical students and support staff including certified/licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, and healing. Provides leadership support, participates on hospital committees, serves as a resource and ambassador for performance improvement to clinical and management staff. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities
Completes assigned goals.
Evaluates and assesses the patient based on subjective and objective information.
Develops a written plan of care.
Provides treatment according to established goals on plan of care.
Evaluates effectiveness of plan of care and reassesses patient's functional status as needed.
Provides discharge planning information which includes patient/family education, follow-up, and referral to community resources.
Contributes to the development of staff and students.
Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
Documents interventions/care in the patient's medical record.
Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
3 years clinical experience or advanced training and certification in area of primary assignment.
Education
Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
Training
Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
Advanced training and/or certification in area of primary practice.
Special Skills
Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
Basic computer literacy skills.
Licensure
Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HER;PT
Reporting Relationships
Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.
Reporting Relationships
Yes
Work Environment
Functional Demands
Label Short Description Full Description
Sedentary Very light energy level Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart
Light Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)
Medium High energy level Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)
Heavy Very high energy level Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.
Functional Demands Rating
Medium
Activity Level Throughout Workday
Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting
Frequent
Physical Activity Requirements - Standing
Frequent
Physical Activity Requirements - Walking
Frequent
Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Bending
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion
Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell
Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear
Sensory Requirements
Color Discrimination Near Vision Far Vision Depth Perception Hearing
Yes Accurate Accurate Minimal Moderate
Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens
Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Chemical
Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases
Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures
Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Radiation
Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations
Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels
Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter
Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Other
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