PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Summary

The Bone and Joint Institute is hiring a Physical Therapist in Franklin, TN.  This full-time position works 9a-6p (could vary) and is eligible for an excellent benefit package offering medical, dental, vision, paid time off, generous retirement matching, flexible spending accounts, voluntary life, short-term disability and long-term disability, discounted membership to Williamson County Recreation Centers and more!

At The Bone and Joint Institute, our employees are more than just another number. To us, they’re family. They’re smart, talented, compassionate, dedicated, and an overall joy to be around. We’re certainly blessed to have the best of the best working here from the cafeteria to the operating room.

But as Williamson County and surrounding areas continue to grow, so must we. That’s why we want YOU to join our family!

Bone and Joint Institute is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Bone and Joint Rehabilitation Services (BJRS) Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for organizing and conducting Physical Therapy interventions to reduce pain, restore function, promote mobility, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or accident. The BJRS PT works to provide high quality healthcare that establishes diagnoses, prognosis, and develops a plan of care (POC) with short/long term patient centered goals that fall within the scope of PT practice. In addition, PT’s roles are to promote fitness and wellness oriented programs to promote health following discharge from skilled therapy. PT’s are expected to conduct all interventions and communication with compassion, patient centric mindset, knowledge of current/emerging evidence based techniques and technologies, all the while being cognizant of cost effectiveness and ethical / legal guidelines. 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Formal Education / Training:
1.    Current / active licensure in the State of Tennessee.
2.    Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy required; Master’s / Doctorate preferred. 
3.    Prior experience in outpatient and / or sports medicine PT

Workplace Experience:
1.    Patient Care Delivery
2.    Demonstrate ability to deliver positive and professional communication within the workplace 

Equipment and Skills Training:
1.    Able to work within the companies EMR system with accuracy and efficiency.
2.    Able to work standard PC/fax, adjust necessary exercise equipment for patient care activity. 
3.    Able to provide clear, skilled documentation for accurate and detailed charting and billing processes.
4.    Able to work well under pressure and function independently and as part of the Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee (BJIT) team of physicians, physician assistants, medical assistants, nurse practitioners, technicians, athletic trainers and physical / occupational therapists.
5.    Able to apply PT knowledge safely and effectively to daily patient care.
6.    Able to safely apply physical agents required and recommended by POC.

Physical Environment:
1.    Out-patient rehabilitation care in multi-disciplinary team rehabilitation setting
2.    May be exposed to risk of blood borne pathogens/diseases.

Physical Effort:  
1.    Able to communicate clearly in English written and verbally.
2.    Prolonged standing, walking for length of work shift. 
3.    Frequently lifts, positions, transfers, and pushes patients.
4.    Frequently moves supplies and equipment requiring moderate physical effort (lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs.).
5.    Manual dexterity and mobility.
6.    Frequent reaching, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
7.    Occasionally removes or replaces supplies or equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. from locations at or above shoulder level.
8.    Lift and / or carry patients with necessary assistance / assistive devices in case of emergency evacuation. 

KEY RESULTS
1.    Performs initial and ongoing assessments related to patients’ conditions and/or plans of care.
2.    Develops and establishes treatment plans based on standards of practice using an interdisciplinary approach with patients, families, and staff.
3.    Demonstrates knowledge and ability to apply therapeutic principles and practices consistent with standards established by the American Physical Therapy Association.
4.    Progresses patients through levels of treatment effectively and safely to maximize patients’ outcomes.
5.    Performs patient and family discharge planning including provision of accurate and pertinent education, establishment of home exercise programs, and submission of appropriate discharge recommendations.
6.    Consults with other staff members to coordinate physical therapy services.
7.    Participates in the orientation and skill development of new team members.
8.    Performs timely, thorough, and complete documentation of patients’ care.
9.    Maintains work areas and personal appearance in a way that reflects professionalism and demonstrates cleanliness, orderliness, and safety.
10.    Provides direction and guidance to students and technicians.
11.    Participates in activities that improve department effectiveness, processes, communication, and/or image in the organization. This includes attending 75% of all staff / departmental meetings.
12.    Manages time and caseloads effectively.