Physical Therapy Intern

, Iowa

Internship Length: 45 hrs

Physical Therapy Intern

Essential Functions:

· General office duties.

· Assist with procedures (patient and staff permission required).

· Help keep work areas neat and organized to promote positive image. Use appropriate behavior in keeping with the mission, vision and beliefs and in accordance with operating procedures and policies.

Minimum Requirements:

· Skills/Knowledge: Ability to follow instructions. Must have strong organizational and communication skills, be a team player, and enjoy working with the public withou

t bias or prejudice. Must be detail-oriented. Professional and trustworthy conduct is required. Must be courteous and respectful. Basic knowledge of office equipment is helpful (phone, copy machine, fax). Confidentiality of patient information is required.

· Must be a high school senior in good standing. Must be poised, mature and possess a positive attitude while being flexible.

Business casual attire is required.

This job description does not list all the job duties. Intern may be asked to perform other duties by the staff or supervisor. Intern will be evaluated on performance of the projects listed as well as interaction with employees and clients. Work hours will be negotiated with each candidate.

Below is a copy of their company Physical Therapists Job Description ...

RehabCare Division Job Description for:

Job Title:

Physical Therapist

Reports to:

Program Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

The incumbent shall, at a minimum, be a graduate of a four-year bachelor’s degree Physical Therapist (PT) program, approved by the Commission on Accreditation I Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) and hold an applicable and current license to practice. One to three years experience working as a PT with patients/residents/clients in a related setting, preferred.

SUMMARY STATEMENT:

The incumbent shall be responsible for providing a full range of physical therapy services including assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. The incumbent shall also demonstrate accountability for and contribution to program development, quality improvement, problem-solving and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

STANDARDS

PROFESSIONAL/LEADERSHIP AREA

USE WITH EVAL

MISSION:The mission is to provide the highest quality of skilled rehabilitation services.

1. Participates in continuing education/professional development activities.

1. a. Attends/presents in-services as scheduled.

b. Attends external professional growth activities and effectively communicates information to the team.

c. Utilizes RehabCare educational resources.

2. Communicates and demonstrates a professional image/attitude at all times.

2. a. Adheres to applicable dress code.

b. Demonstrates flexibility by coordinating with supervisor to ensure patient/facility needs are being met through reasonable scheduling accommodations.

c. Protects confidentiality at all times.

d. Communicates professionally at all times.

3. Adheres to all applicable policies/procedures and practice guidelines.

3. a. Practices according to contents of RehabCare’s Standards of Conduct, company handbook and RehabCare/host facility policies and procedures.

b. Demonstrates ethical practices in accordance with professional code of ethics and state practice acts.

4. Supports Student Program within the facility.

4. a. Acts as Clinical Instructor, in accordance with state regulatory guidelines.

5. Contributes to client relations and marketing activities.

5. a. Attends and participates in community educational/promotional activities as requested and approved.

b. Makes positive contribution to interdepartmental discussion.

6. Maintains licenses/certifications and memberships in applicable professional organizations.

7. Completes Self-Assessment upon request and develop professional goals.

6.a. Applicable licenses/certifications and memberships are current and in good standing.

7. a. Goals are identified and reviewed annually with supervisor.

CLINICAL AREA

USE WITH EVAL

MISSION:The mission is to provide the highest quality of skilled rehabilitation services.

1. Completes screening on patients/ residents/clients as clinically necessary.

1. a. Screening is completed according to policy and procedure or upon facility request.

2. Conducts initial evaluation.

2. a. Patient/resident/client evaluation is completed following receipt of physician's order, per policy and procedure.

b. Appropriate documentation form/system is used to record evaluation results.

3. Contributes to ID care plans and appropriate setting specific evaluations.

3. a. Short and long term goals are written objectively and are measurable.

b. Time frame for goal achievement is documented.

c. Interventions are selected based on evaluation results and are appropriate for age of the patient/resident/client.

d. Interventions are selected and applied to support the interdisciplinary care plan as evidenced by goal achievement.

e. Consults with physician regarding referrals for other services as needed.

4. Provides clinically appropriate therapeutic interventions.

4. a. Develops and implements an evidence-based, comprehensive treatment plan based on the results of the individual evaluation.

b. Formalized and goal directed educational/training activities are provided based on individual needs and evidence-based practice.

c. Uses positive feedback to promote patient/resident/client participation in their rehabilitation program.

d. Community based therapeutic activities are provided to facilitate skill generalization.

5. Evaluates patient/resident/client response to treatment and provides feedback to the interdisciplinary team.

5. a. The interdisciplinary care plan is updated as needed, based on patient/resident/client response.

b. Information is provided to patient/resident/client and family/caregiver regarding current status, program progression and potential discharge plans.

6. Documents the course of patient/ resident/client care, including progress made and continuing need for treatment.

6. a. Patient/resident/client progress is documented as required by applicable policies and procedures and state guidelines.

b. Discharge summaries and applicable supporting documentation are completed according to policy and procedure.

7. Provides patient/resident/client and family/caregiver education and training that assists with continued functional independence.

8. Supervision of PT/PTA students, and rehab tech, in accordance with the most stringent of either state or payer guidelines.

7. a. Effectiveness of education and training is measured by receiver’s feedback.

b. Educational and training methods are adapted to meet patient/resident/client and family/caregiver education needs.

8. a. Provides clinical oversight, in accordance with state practice act, including supervision, communication, annual competency requirements, and supportive documentation.

INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAM AREA

USE WITH EVAL

MISSION:The mission is to provide the highest quality of skilled rehabilitation services.

1. Coordinates treatment with other disciplines.

1. a. Participates in interdisciplinary care conference meetings, as directed, and provides/seeks input to/from others on patient/resident/client care.

b. Follows all established interdisciplinary communication protocols/processes in a timely manner.

2. Participates in scheduled meetings, as requested and approved by supervisor.

2. a. Identifies and offers ideas/solutions in problem solving situations/activities.

3. Functions as a resource for and provide employees with approved in-service/cross-training on physical therapy knowledge and skill areas.

3. a. Attends in-service sessions, as requested/scheduled.

b. Leads approved in-service sessions as requested/scheduled.

c. Assists with orientation of new RehabCare/facility staff, as assigned by supervisor.

4. Contributes to development of improved efficiency and productivity of unit clinical/administrative functions.

4. a. Supports initiatives in technology improvements/system upgrades.

b. Contributes to and cooperates with the implementation of system improvements.

c. Offers to assist other staff and demonstrates flexibility in carrying out shared team functions including special projects.

QUALITY MANAGEMENT AREA

USE WITH EVAL

MISSION:The mission is to provide the highest quality of skilled rehabilitation services.

1. Participates in survey preparation activities.

1. a. Completes assigned tasks as requested.

2. Contributes to the delivery of cost effective care.

3. Documentation reflects skilled service delivery and medical necessity.

2. a. Utilizes resources appropriately and uses/maintains equipment in order to prolong working life.

3. a. Documentation is timely and comprehensive.

b. Accurate and consistent completion of outcome scoring.

c.Successful completion of annual documentation competency

FACILITY SPECIFIC AREA

USE WITH EVAL

CUSTOMER/MISSION:

6. Carry out other duties as assigned.

6. a. Duties completed as assigned and instructed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to lift/transfer patients and equipment.

2. Frequent and prolonged bending, stooping, crouching, walking, and standing.

3. Ability to communicate.

I have reviewed this job description and have been given a copy of it.

THIS DESCRIPTION DOES NOT LIST ALL DUTIES. INTERN MAY BE ASKED TO PERFORM OTHER DUTIES BY THE STAFF OR SUPERVISOR. INTERN WILL BE EVALUATED ON PERFORMANCE OF THE PROJECTS LISTED AS WELL AS INTERACTION WITH EMPLOYEES AND CLIENTS. ON-SITE HOURS WILL BE NEGOTIATED WITH EACH CANDIDATE.

SAFETY EXPECTATIONS, INCLUDING HARASSMENT, SHOULD BE REVIEWED WITH THE HOST.

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Employee Signature Printed Name Date

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