Physical Therapist - Home Care

Thedacare

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Manitowoc, Wisconsin

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist diagnoses and treats patients with medical problems that limit movement and functional activities. They develop and implement individualized plans of care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to restore function and prevent disability.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited school of physical therapy, a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association, and a license to practice as a physical therapist in Wisconsin. You will be responsible for assessing and treating patients, developing therapy plans, and documenting services.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Physical Therapy

Basic Life Support (BLS)

American Heart Association

License to practice as a physical therapist

Documentation

Billing and coding

Job Description

Why ThedaCare?   

Living A Life Inspired!

Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. 

At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility.  A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness –

  • Lifestyle Engagement
    • e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support  
  • Access & Affordability
    • e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

About ThedaCare!

Summary :

The Physical Therapist diagnoses and treats patients with medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their ability to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. The physical therapist provides a variety of health care services centered on the unique and individual needs of each patient according to the plan of care, using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. Works with a multidisciplinary team to deliver a full range of services, and participates in team-based continuous improvement.

Job Description:

SCHEDULE:

  • 36 hrs/week, benefit eligible

  • Flexible hours

  • Weekend rotation

  • Manitowoc service area

  • Enjoy one-on-one time with patients, seeing them progress through treatment and knowing that you are truly making a difference, as well as manageable productivity expectations while 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Demonstrates best practice and accountability in the performance of safe and effective assessment, reassessment, development, and implementation of the patient’s therapy plan of care. Consults with other disciplines, as required, to coordinate patient care services.

  • Delegates appropriately to physical therapy assistants and rehabilitation aides to support patient needs while maintaining accountability for the care plan. Understands the competency level of those delegated to, and supports learning and teaching opportunities to further enhance the skill set of care team members.

  • Completes accurate and timely documentation of services provided in accordance with professional and compliance standards to ensure accurate billing and coding to maximize reimbursement and compliance.

  • Assists in the development of standards of care, preferred practice patterns, protocols, and clinical procedures using evidence-based practice to ensure quality care.

  • Demonstrates responsible actions and initiatives to positively impact patient access to care and contribute to the department’s financial performance.

  • Promotes successful relationships with referral sources and within the community to enhance strategic growth and gain market share.

  • Fosters clinician autonomy through individual professional development and mentorship to support the team’s success in advancing their profession.

  • Develops and/or implements clinical and community-based activities that improve or expand services within the department, and/or ThedaCare to benefit patient care.

  • Proactively promotes putting the patient and family first through facilitating positive patient experiences.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited school of physical therapy

  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

  • License to practice as a physical therapist in the State of Wisconsin

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance

  • Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Occasional exposure to sharp objects and instruments

  • Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock

  • Occasional high noise level in work environment

  • Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents

  • Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients

  • Occasional exposure to heat sources such as hot water for splinting or heat gun

Be a part of a 40-plus interdisciplinary therapy team with an autonomous, self-directed work schedule. Options include an assigned work region to meet your personal needs for scheduling flexibility. Work with the dedicated, seasoned team that offers mentorship and support for new team members.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Scheduled FTE:

0.9

Location:

TCAH Manitowoc - Manitowoc,Wisconsin

Overtime Exempt:

No

Thedacare

Froedtert ThedaCare is an integrated health care system serving nearly half of Wisconsin’s population. Its 28,000+ team members, physicians and clinicians are transforming communities through prediction, prevention and partnerships with excellence in primary and specialty care in 20 hospitals and more than 360 outpatient locations. Together with the Medical College of Wisconsin, we form the region's only academic medical center, providing the foundation for groundbreaking medical research and excellence in education to accelerate discovery and drive innovation. The system is uniquely positioned to be the trusted partner in advancing the health of our communities.
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