Bon Secours Mercy Health
Location
Lima, OH | United States
Job description
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
Performs patient evaluations, re-evaluations and establishes patient treatment plan based upon the referral from the physician / referral source. Documents the patients’ care and directs supportive staff regarding treatment process. Provides leadership to Physical Therapy Assistants, Students, Rehab aides and Volunteers.
Reviews physician referral, patient’s condition and medical history to determine physical therapy treatment needs.
Performs and documents patient evaluation, re-evaluation and develops treatment and discharge plans.
Plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to patients.
Plans programs involving physical agents, directs care and performs treatments for various physical activities.
Modifies treatment goals and plan of care as appropriate. Involved in patient care conferences as appropriate.
Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
Responsible for overall management of patient cases including communication and coordination of care with the treatment team.
Precepts in the direction and evaluation of clinical experience /internship of students from participating colleges or universities.
Orients, instructs and directs the work activities of assistants, rehab aides, students and volunteers.
Stays abreast of current developments and new technology in physical therapy.
Instructs, motivates and assists patients to perform various physical activities and with use of assistive devices.
Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Mission and Core Values. Adheres to standards and policies, laws and regulations. Demonstrated the ABC’s of Mercy Health Culture. Holds self and others accountable.
4 year/Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy Required
Licensed in the State of Ohio PT/OT/AT Board
CPR Certification
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families. Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress. Complies with all applicable laws and regulations and practices.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]
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