Lead Inpatient Physical Therapist (Internal Staff Only) - OrthoNebraska
Omaha, NE
About the Job
OrthoNebraska is adding a Lead Inpatient Physical Therapist to our Therapy team!
The Therapy team environment is fast paced and well organized in taking care of the needs of our orthopaedic community.
Our top priorities are focusing on patient safety as well as patient satisfaction.
Teamwork is paramount as we are dedicated to Always True in promoting trust, respect, understanding and engagement with all team members.
If this sounds like the type of team and environment you want to be a part of apply today!
Position | Full-Time |
Shift | Days |
FTE / Hours | 1.0 / 40 |
Schedule | M - F |
Department/Position Details:
- Provide and Supervise quality patient care by following established guidelines
- Monitor performance of all levels of clinical staff by data collection, coaching, education and role modeling to ensure ongoing performance improvement
- Problem solve and make decisions within area of accountability to ensure effective and efficient patient care.
- Responsible for day to day staffing. Ensure financial accountability of department through monitoring patient volumes and adjusting staff levels accordingly.
- Monitor inventory levels of patient care supplies. Responsible for initial approval of supplies.
- Coordinates and conducts department orientation, training and competencies for therapy staff.
- Mentor staff in areas of patient care, patient interaction and physician communication
- Comply with safety activities, policies and procedures and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission.
- Employee is responsible for all other duties as assigned for which competency has been demonstrated.
Position Requirements:
Education:
- Graduate of an approved physical therapy or occupational therapy program.
- Licensed or licensure eligible in Nebraska
- BLS certification required
Experience:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to problem solve through a well defined approach.
- Ability to instruct and collaborate with others.
- Strong team orientation.
- Ability to accomplish multiple tasks and prioritize activities.
- 3 years' experience as a physical or occupational therapist in either acute or outpatient environment.
- Prior management experience beneficial.
Physical:
- This position is classified as Medium Work in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Source : OrthoNebraska
