Accordcare, LLC Newington , CT 06111
Posted 2 months ago
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible to the Director of Professional Services, Clinical Manager to provide medically prescribed, goal oriented therapy in accordance with the Physician Plan of Care, company policies and professional Standards of Practice. Supervises personnel to deliver care and coordinates care delivery.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Participates in the development of Patient physical therapy plans of care. Makes visits to the patients for assessments and evaluations and communicates with the physician before start of care as needed. Implements the Plan of Care. Documents the care and submits paperwork in an accurate and timely manner to update and maintain the Patient medical records. Provides education and instruction to team members, Patients and their families. Participates in regulatory scheduled interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate the care of the Patient and agency and family, exchange information and problem solve, and receive staff support and education. Applies the policies and procedures of the agency and the rules and regulations of Federal and State Regulatory agencies and The Joint Commission in providing care. Coordinates and develops Patient/family plan of care and ensures the care plan is current, up to date and reviewed at every team meeting. Assesses & evaluates Patients level of care, needs and requirements. Completes paperwork in an accurate, legible manner and adheres to agency policy for timely submission.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Bachelors or Masters degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist (PT) in this state and in good standing with the Board in which he/she will practice.
Current CPR certification.
Knowledge of principles, concepts and methodology of physical therapy.
Ability to work well with an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to develop and maintain rapport with the Patient and family.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrate problem solving and decision making abilities.
At least one year or more work experience in physical therapy in a multidisciplinary setting is preferred.
Accordcare, LLC