Physical Therapist

The Staff Physical Therapist is assigned to the Physical Therapy Department within Pain Management and Rehabilitation Service (PM&RS) at the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System (VANIHCS). Incumbent has the ability to use professional knowledge effectively and must possess initiative, tact, resourcefulness, and good judgment in exercising authority. The Staff Therapist is responsible for participating in neuromusculoskeletal evaluations and treatments under the guidance of senior staff. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : VA Careers - Physical Therapy: https://youtube.com/embed/Gi2hoFqIoqY Duties include, but are not limited to: Providing Support: Assists in the implementation of various treatment programs to meet patient needs, as directed by senior PM&RS staff Actively supports and promotes programs within PM&RS. Assists with the orientation of new Physical Therapy staff. Triage and Workload Distribution: Establishes and maintains contact with other health care providers involved in patient care via written, telephone, and personal communication on a regular basis within VANIHCS. Addresses problems related to the delivery of Physical Therapy care under the guidance of senior staff. Quality Assurance (QA) / Quality Improvement (QI): Participates in the development, planning, and implementation of quality of care monitors as part of the comprehensive health care services delivered to the patients within VANIHCS. Conducts record-keeping related to patient care documentation and quality improvement (QI) data collection as specified by their Immediate PT Supervisor. Treatment: Contributes to the examination and treatment of patients referred to the Physical Therapy Department. Assesses patient dysfunction using appropriate tests/tools. Demonstrates the teaching skills required to provide education to patients, family members, caregivers, employees, students, and coworkers. Communicates effectively with other internal and external health care providers. Functions independently in carrying out patient education, specialized treatments, and applying physical therapy procedures within defined protocols and competency. Documentation: Performs competent written documentation of initial examinations, progress notes, and discharge summaries. Demonstrates competency in knowledge of electronic documentation and computer skills. Enters consults within the PM&RS Service and to the Prosthetics service for rehabilitation equipment in accordance with PM&RS and medical center policies. Reviews and co-signs notes written by the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) as delegated. Education: Acts as a mentor or guide for affiliating students in physical therapy. Educates other facility personnel in the scope of PM&RS services and programs. Continues to improve knowledge and skill through review of current literature, participation in in-service training, and attendance at continuing education programs. Administrative Responsibilities: Maintains state licensure. Completes all VAMC mandatory training in a timely manner. Completes Encounter information in accordance with VANIHCS guidelines. Uses the computer system for storing and retrieving electronic documents and files, transmitting and receiving email, activating printers, requesting leave, and accessing the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS). Safety and Environment: Demonstrates awareness of safety hazards and takes appropriate corrective action. Adheres to infection control programs. Assures the cleanliness, maintenance, repairs, and successful operation of all Physical Therapy equipment, treatment areas, and operational supplies. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm, Eastern Standard Time Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or m

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