At Mercyhealth, we focus on quality care and patient experience. Work within a health system where our referring providers and our therapy team provide great access and readily communicate and coordinate care.
The Physical Therapist is responsible for the evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan addressing the functional needs of a variety of patient diagnoses.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Integrates subjective and objective data to establish a treatment plan.Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.Performs thorough and timely electronic documentationStrengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniquesParticipates actively in the PI and CQI processAssists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partnersParticipates in cost saving initiatives within the departmentTakes an active role in the performance improvement process Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between physical therapists, assistants and the physician groupPlans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE
Licensed as a physical therapist in WI, IL or both if required
CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire
SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Stand – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Walk – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Sit – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Handling/Fingering/Feeling – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Reaching – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Climb/Balance – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Stoop/Kneel/Crouch/Crawl – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Talk/Hear – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Taste/Smell – Not a present activity
Strength – Heavy work exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally, or 25-50 pounds of force frequently
Close Vision – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
Distance Vision – Not a present activity
Color Vision – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Peripheral Vision – Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time
Depth Perception – Not a present activity
Ability to Adjust Focus – Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the time
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION
Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.
Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations
Benefits
For eligible partners who hold an FTE of 0.5 or higher we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes is but not limited to health, dental and vision insurance, a retirement plan with a competitive matching contribution and generous paid time off that increases with longevity. Mercyhealth offers several education assistance programs and tuition reimbursement to support employees in their career advancement. Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, a variety of paid and non-paid leaves, and on-demand pay. We have a wide array of supplemental benefits including pet insurance, legal and identity protection, auto and home insurance.