Physical Therapist

<p>The Physical Therapist is primarily located in Central Arkansas Veteran Healthcare System in the North Littler Rock location and is responsible for evaluating patients and establishing and executing interventional treatment plans that include a full range of treatment procedures and modalities. These treatment plans are designed to restore patients to the highest possible functional level. They collaborate across the continuum of care ensuring that services are coordinated.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>Duties of the Physical Therapist include, but are not limited to: Clinical: Evaluates patients using standard and non-standard techniques to identify specific Physical Therapy treatment problems. Performs tests and measurements of the patient's condition and interprets results of tests and measurements of the patient's condition for use in establishing a diagnosis within the scope of physical therapy, developing the treatment plan, modifying the treatment plan, and evaluating results of treatment. Establishes short term and long-term Physical Therapy clinically appropriate patient treatment goals and implements treatment programs to meet these goals. Assesses the patient's progress toward Physical Therapy treatment goals; modifying the goals and treatment program as indicated. Monitors patient's emergency medical needs; intolerance to treatment; changes in patient's physical/mental status; and takes appropriate action as necessary. Documents and otherwise communicates results of evaluation and treatment according to PT Clinical Competency Review Criteria. Participates and actively represents Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Service as a liaison in ward rounds, patient planning conferences, discharge planning conferences, specialty clinics and assigned medical or departmental meetings. Maintains current knowledge and understanding of all patient care, Physical Therapy treatment equipment in the department, its uses and contraindications. Recognizes diversity among patients/staff and demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, age, gender, and people with disabilities. Provides patient care/support that is appropriate to the cognitive, physical, and emotional needs of the patient group served. Interacts with people at all age levels ranging from adolescents through geriatric and must be aware of and respond appropriately to the physical, social, and psychological differences among these groups. Recommends referral of patients to other services or programs when appropriate. Provides instruction in the care and use of assistive devices, adaptive equipment, orthotic devices, and prosthesis. Fabricates such items as feasible. Utilizes appropriate physical therapy modalities using exercise, massage, heat or cold, air, light, water, electricity, or sound for the purpose of correcting or alleviating any physical or mental condition, or the purpose of preventing the development of any physical or mental disability, or the performance of tests of neuromuscular function as an aid to the diagnosis or treatment of any human condition. Solves problems not covered by standard procedures, adapts, and modifies treatment plans, activities, and procedures without supervisory guidance to meet complex and challenging needs of the patients. Assists other physical therapy staff members in modifying and adapting treatment plans. Serves as Clinical Instructor as assigned. Administrative: Maintains and promptly submits statistical reports as scheduled. Identifies and corrects, if possible, any safety hazards and reports equipment malfunctions. Maintains supplies at effective level for treatment and ensures their appropriate use. Maintains knowledge of and acts within physical therapy scope of practice and the current policies and procedures of the department and hospital. Maintains effective communication with patients, families, and other health care professionals to enhance patient care. Recommends additions to departmental equipment and Physical Therapy treatment programs. Supervises and guides non-licensed staff involved In Physical Therapy treatment to maintain overall responsibility of treatment. Manages effective use of time/schedules for Physical Therapy. Demonstrates cost containment and efficiency in all aspects of the position. Develops and initiates cost containment strategies. Assures that documentation supports ICD-10 and CPT codes utilized to capture workload and for billing purposes Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 598-00093-F; 598-00094-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized</p><h3>Requirements</h3>You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.<h3>Education</h3>Physical Requirements: Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation, see Duties section for essential job duties of the position. May require standing, lifting, carrying, sitting, stooping, bending, puling, and pushing. May be required to wear personal protective equipment and undergo annual TB screening or testing as conditions of employment. Work Environment: Work is performed in an office/clinic setting with minimal risks that requires normal safety precautions; the area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. However, the work environment requires someone with the ability to handle several tasks at once in sometimes stressful situations Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.