978858175
Physical Therapy Openings
Physical Therapist Part Time/Full Time
Full-time, Part-time FULL_TIME, PART_TIME ; posted: Saturday, Sep 21 2024
2024-09-21
https://www.easterseals.com/rgv
Easterseals Rio Grande Valley, Texas
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Alejandra Juarez
Harlingen and McAllen, Texas
US
Phone: 956-631-9171
Email: humanresources@easterseals-rgv.org
Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the ECI Program Manager and general supervision of the Director of Program Services, the Physical Therapist is responsible for the implementation of a progressive Physical Therapy program in the organization.
Basic Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Evaluate, report and administer therapy conferring with assigned patients and/or family regarding therapy needs and interpretation.
2. Develop individual family service plans (IFSP) for Early Childhood Intervention Program patients, and for the IEP in the school setting – should it be required.
3. Maintain intervention plans and case notes on all sessions through electronic system - ProviderSoft.
4. Coordinate and carry out all student training and clinical evaluation programs in the field of Physical Therapy, maintaining communication with college or university for direction.
5. Direct and train staff and volunteers in the Physical Therapy department and cooperate in multidisciplinary aspects of program, working as one discipline of the team for the rehabilitation of the “whole patient”.
6. Assure that all scheduled patients are seen. Work with Supervisor and team members to ensure efficiency level at all times.
7. Maintain current professional license and follow all requirements as outlined by state of the licensing board.
8. Participate in monthly chart audits, patient staffing, and quality assurance program.
9. Regular attendance is a core component of the job description, as well as, strict adherence to scheduled work hours and staff meetings.
Secondary Responsibilities:
10. Report to manager equipment needs and repairs as well as inventory review and updating.
11. Assist in Community Outreach Programs as directed.
12. Assist in Fund Development activities as requested.
13. Promote safety in the organization for staff, visitors and clients of Easter Seals RGV through following Safety Precautions and procedures as outlined in the Safety Manual.
14. Promote a positive image through manners, dress, attendance and attitude.
Qualifications:
- Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from a school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Licensed in the State of Texas.
- One to three years experience in the field of Physical Therapy with children.
- Previous experience with the ECI program and Outpatient Services preferred.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written, with proven comfort level with public presentations.
- Good time management skills, excellent follow through abilities and detail oriented.
- Ability to work well with others and in a team environment.
- Bilingual capabilities desired.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This role requires typing, driving, walking, standing and climbing of stairs may also be required. This would require the ability to:
- Lifting – 20 to 100 pounds.
- Squatting, stooping, reaching, standing, twisting, as dealing with infants and their families in natural environments.
- Reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling
Ability to read typewritten material and computer monitor under typical office conditions. Must be able to handle multi duties/functions at one time. Must be able to manage demands of workload in appropriate manner.
