"Director Physical Therapy-GWVNH"

Job Summary

Provides direct patient care/physical therapy services to a caseload of residents in a non-CMS skilled care facility. Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates the Physical Therapy department and performs administrative duties inherent in the position. Supervises one (1) Certified Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), students (if the PT elects to precept), and any department volunteers. Participates in key organizational committees including Performance Improvement, Safety and Falls committees.

Responsibilities

• Reviews requests for physical therapy services, establishes service and program priorities, and coordinates programs and services with other departments.
• Plans, coordinates, and supervises clinical training of physical therapy students in the facility; develops and coordinates clinical research programs, study projects, and audit activities related to patient treatment.
• Develops and establishes departmental policies and procedures, and completes annual review of all departmental and facilities policies and recommends modifications.
• Participates in personal and departmental professional growth through continuing education programs required for state licensure and national state board certification, in-service activities, professional meetings, community involvement, and independent study.
• Supervises and evaluates Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), a Restorative Technician, students, and volunteers.
• Provides high-quality patient care, including screening and evaluating, program planning, treatment implementation, and documentation. Develop and implement individualized Physical Therapy programs and regimens based on each patient's needs and skill level. Participates in clinical team admissions and Resident Care Conferences. Reviews requests for services and programs and coordinates with other departments. Oversight of departmental function, performance in management of department staff, resident care, interpersonal relationships, reporting, and equipment management and use.
• Trains staff in new or revised work/treatment methods, and procedures for the administration of therapy.
• Participates in team meetings for the purpose of coordinating and evaluating the appropriateness and effectiveness of patient care. Serves as the Physical Therapy department representative on committees.
• Inventories and requisitions of supplies and equipment needed to perform physical therapy services, and the effectiveness of patient care. Monitor and maintain equipment in good working order.
• Maintains departmental administrative and patient care records, including attendance, patient progress, ongoing departmental patient care audit activities, in services, equipment procurement and maintenance, and monthly and annual reports.
• Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited Physical Therapy School with a Master's degree in Physical Therapy. Licensed by the State of Georgia as a Physical Therapist.

Required Experience

At least two years of experience in all facets of Physical Therapy; supervisory experience or training in managing staff.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications: A Doctorate in Physical Therapy is preferred. Geriatric Physical Therapy clinical certification.

Preferred Experience: Experience with the Point Click Care electronic medical record system. Experience in long-term care.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE: Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and training in functional mobility. Ability to plan and provide skilled intervention dependent on assessed deficits. Management skills to supervise physical therapy assistants and restorative technicians, students, and volunteers.

SKILLS: Management skills to supervise PT, PTA, a Restorative Technician, students, and volunteers. Represent the Physical Therapy Department in facility and community meetings.

ABILITIES: Ability to plan and provide skilled intervention dependent on assessed deficits. Ability to operate equipment and perform technical procedures; make simple mechanical adjustments/repairs, ability to mentor, motivate, and evaluate staff; communicate effectively and positively with all rehab and facility staff, prioritize workload, and accomplish departmental objectives.

Certifications/License

Licensed by the State of Georgia as a Physical Therapist.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required). Pay Band: B15. Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) of the position. Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees.