(Archived) Physical Therapist - PRN - Outpatient Orthopedics

Acting on a prescription and according to professional standards, evaluates, plans and executes patients’ treatment programs and supervises Therapy staff in accordance with Concentra Medical Centers’ Injury Process Management and Concentra Medical Centers’ philosophy of rehabilitation in occupational medicine and in accordance with Concentra policies, practices and procedures and applicable regulations.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Responsibilities (Process Management / Content Management skills)

Conducts an initial evaluation on physician referrals and develops appropriate treatment plans.
Ensures that other treating medical professionals have the necessary information to appropriately evaluate the patient’s functional ability.
Communicates with all medical providers regarding patients and diagnoses for referral to occupational therapy as well as advances in the field.
Communicates with all therapy patients, setting expectations for return-to-work and emphasizing education and motivation.
Develops knowledge of best demonstrated practices and specific quality indicators to measure and improve them.
Communicates with employers concerning specific rehabilitation issues of injured employees as indicated and meets with employers to discuss Concentra’s early intervention philosophy.
Business / Financial Responsibilities

Participates in the evaluation of the capital equipment and staff needed to fulfill rehabilitation responsibilities.
Participates with the Center Therapy Director to bring new business to the center.
Assists with the provision of statistical analysis of the center’s therapy performance.
Establishes and promotes clear lines of communication between therapy and other center staff members.
Assists in tracking of pre-authorization requirements according to state standards in the patients chart.