Physical Therapist (Must Specialize In Pelvic Pain Management) Job in Arlington 76017, Texas US

 

JOB TITLE:  Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Therapist

 

***PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS POSITION IF YOU DO NOT HAVE PELVIC PAIN MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE.***

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:  Skilled in PT techniques applied to the pelvic floor as they may relate to pelvic pain syndrome, dysfunctional voiding, urinary incontinence, and sexual dysfunction.

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  Team Manager and Physicians.

 

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:  None.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 

1.       Identifies and records problems.

 

2.       Projects realistic goals with reasonable time frames.

 

3.       Determines if treatment is effective.

 

4.       Uses resulting evaluation to identify and record problems.

 

5.       Analyzes and designs treatment programs based on individual problems and goals.

 

6.       Prepares for patient release from therapy.

 

7.       Records patient’s progress.

 

8.       Provides general therapy care to patients in accordance with physician directives. 

 

9.       Observes, records in EHR and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.

 

10.   Educates patient/family about diagnostic procedures, nutrition and maintenance of health and wellness.

 

11.   Greets patients and prepares them for examination.

 

12.   Performs uro-intake in EHR providing appropriate information for that visit.

 

13.   Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.

 

14.   Maintains/reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information.

 

15.   Monitors tests and examination results.

 

16.   Responds to/refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls.

 

17.   Instructs patient and family regarding treatment instructions.

 

18.   Ensures appointment preferences are given to patients in emergency situations.
 

19.   Reviews incoming scan documents and completes associated order(s).

 

20.   Maintains patient confidentiality.

 

21.   Participates in all other communal job duties necessary for functioning of the office.

 

22.   Maintains accurate attendance and clinic logs and submits them at month end.

 

23.   Gets along well with others. Conducts themselves in a professional and courteous manner at all times with coworkers, patients, physicians, vendors, and others.

 

24.   Attend meetings as required.

 

25.   For bilingual employees, act as translator to assist patients and others that may have a need.

 

The jobholder must demonstrate competencies applicable to job position.

 

EDUCATION: Bachelor degree in Physical Therapy. Current certification in Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation

 

REQUIREMENTS:  Texas licensed Physical Therapist. Current certification in Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation. Entry level physical therapy accepted.

 

 

KNOWLEDGE:

 

1.       Knowledge of therapy practices and regulations to give and evaluate patient care.

 

2.       Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment.

 

SKILLS:

1.       Skill in applying the principles, methods and techniques of therapy to provide ongoing patient care.

 

2.       Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions.

 

3.       Skill in utilizing computer, preparing/maintaining records, writing reports and responding to correspondence.

 

ABILITIES:

 

1.       Ability to maintain quality control standards.

 

2.       Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

 

3.       Ability to communicate clearly.

 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

 

Varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting.  Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.  Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.  Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds.  Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.  Requires working under stressful conditions or working extended hours.

 

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

Combination of office and exam settings.  Periodic exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.0020 Contact involves dealing with sick people.

 

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.