Physical Therapy Neuro Resident – Full Time

Physical Therapy Neuro Resident – Full Time

Requirements

• Graduate of a CAPTE accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist by the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board, provisional license allowed at time of application. Must have permanent license by November of year of hire to remain in residency program and maintain employment.
• American Heart Association, Basic Life Support Health Care Provider
• American Physical Therapy Association Member
• Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy Member

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates skill and accuracy in performing age-appropriate assessments of a diverse range of patient diagnosis and complexity and documents evaluation in EMR timely.
• Re-assesses and revises goals and treatment plan as indicated by patient’s status, program requirements, and CMS rules and regulations.
• Evaluates patient progress toward expected outcomes and documents accordingly including outcomes measures and response to treatment.
• Plans and implements age-appropriate patient care and activities consistent with the medical plan of care of each patient, including discharge planning.
• Collaborates with physicians regarding service needs as well as other members of the healthcare team to provide safe and effective patient care.
• Provides education and training to patient and family members to optimize outcomes and patient safety.
• Keeps daily statistics and charges as established for each area.
• Contributes to department Quality Management activities providing recommendations for systematic and programmatic improvements based upon the results of the data.
• Documents results of standardized assessments and acts as a resource to Program Managers and Directors for achievement of standards for accreditation by CARF, Commission on Cancer, and/or other accrediting organizations.
• Provides guidance to new and experienced personnel and performs residency requirements as assigned.
• Communicates effectively to provide optimal care to the patient and to promote a professional climate throughout the hospital.
• Participates in team conferences, town halls, program, and discipline specific meetings.
• Achieve passing score on midterm and final clinical competencies and didactic assessments.
• Complete a written case study and presentation.
• Apply a process of ongoing self-evaluation and personal performance improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.