Works directly with orthopedic surgeons in outpatient physical therapy facilities, providing post-op protocol-driven, patient-centered rehabilitation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The direction of patient care.
Direction and supervision of clinical and administrative staff concerning patient care following the Physical Therapy Board of California.
Communicate with physicians and other practitioners regarding patient issues.
RESPONSIBLE TO:
Site Manager and Director of Physical Therapy
CLINIC DUTIES:
Perform Physical Therapy Evaluations and treatments.
Proficiency with the use of ECW EMR.
Perform objective measurements, including but not limited to psychometric, isometric, and functional.
Perform and/or participate in functional capacity examinations and work conditioning.
Participate in the Patient Care Conference (PCC) and manage patient chart documentation.
Direct supervision of patients in the conditioning program via a physical therapy aide and a physical therapist assistant.
Direct supervision of all clinical staff as per the Physical Therapy Board of California.
Supervise patient scheduling.
Development and maintenance of patient education program.
Oversee and interact with physicians and nurse practitioners. Provide patients with motivation, education, guidance, and support.
Resolve and maintain quality of care issues.
Treatment time and billing.
Patient scheduling and patient flow issues.
Public relations.
Patient and referral source dilemmas as they arise
Assist in clinical training as necessary, including the Aide competency list
Schedule meetings with the Site Manager and administration as required to discuss progress and future goals.
Maintain current knowledge of professional-related literature and comply with California Physical Therapy Board continuing education requirements.
Attend seminars, training sessions, and meetings as required.
