Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist
Santa Fe, NM
Wellspring Nurse Source
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Summary:

This role involves providing comprehensive Physical Therapy services to patients referred for treatment. Responsibilities include assessment, development and implementation of treatment plans, follow-up care, and discharge planning. The position includes active participation in clinical department activities, program development, operational efficiency, and performance improvement initiatives. Additionally, the role involves supervision and coordination of Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant student programs, as well as oversight of Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants, Rehab Technicians, and volunteers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations to assess the physical and cognitive abilities of both inpatients and outpatients, while considering diagnosis and age-specific needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and their families, ensuring goals are measurable and tailored to specific needs.
• Consistently adhere to policies and procedures related to documentation, including Initial Patient Evaluations, Progress notes, Discharge Summaries, and other relevant notes.
• Participate in patient and family care conferences, in-service programs, and departmental meetings.
• Provide counseling to patients and their families regarding evaluations, care, and treatment, ensuring timely discharge planning and effective education.
• Assist in coordinating and supervising Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant student programs, along with volunteer initiatives.
• Contribute to clinical operations, including orientation of new staff, patient scheduling, and ensuring quality patient coverage and supervision.
• Demonstrate adherence to organizational core values and actively engage in performance improvement initiatives.
• Develop creative solutions to maintain departmental productivity standards and identify educational opportunities for self and the team.
• Maintain awareness of community agencies and resources to make appropriate referrals as needed.
• Adapt assessment and treatment methods to accommodate the unique needs of each patient based on their physical, psychological, and cultural backgrounds.
• Foster professional relationships with medical staff, physicians, and referral sources.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or entry-level Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from an accredited college or university.
• Current Physical Therapist licensure in the state of New Mexico.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Familiarity with modalities and equipment utilized in Physical Therapy as identified by the relevant regulatory body.
• Successful completion of pre-employment health screening and annual screenings thereafter.

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time position with working hours of 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM.