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Summary:

In collaboration and partnership with the Clinic Manager the Assistant Manager is responsible for the overall business operations, performance and success of the group. This includes day-to-day operations of the department and works collaboratively with Clinic Manager, Operations Director, Medical Lead and with leadership to develop, implement, and maintain programs that enhance stability and quality of care and achieve a high level of patient and provider satisfaction as well as meeting budgeted financial performance. The Assistant Manager will assist with the management of provider's scheduling, time off and CME requests/reimbursements, recruitment, payroll, and student involvement. They will also help prepare clinic budget, ensures data accuracy, prepares financial analyses, handles customer service issues and maintains provider/staff communications. Manages revenue cycle tasks and functions as assigned by Clinic Manager. Works closely with providers, other departments and clinic managers, and CSVCG leadership in establishing clinic operating policies and procedures. Assists in the development and implementation of CSVCG and CSV policies and procedures to ensure they are in compliance with State and Federal Regulations, TJC Standards, and the CSVCG and CSV mission statements. Maintains an effective ongoing training program for all staff. 

Responsibilities:

• Creates an environment of clear responsibility, authority, autonomy and accountability that energizes and encourages staff to perform at their best.
• Sponsors interdisciplinary collaboration through personally demonstrated attributes of leadership. Effectively uses a cross-functional team approach to enhance results. Supports the dyad model with manager and physician leaders.
• Assists with training, overseeing and evaluating staff as appropriate.
• Helps manage clinic budget, ensures data accuracy, and prepares financial analyses. Manages revenue cycle tasks and functions as assigned by Clinic Manager.
• Prepares department-based Policy & Procedures, by following hospital procedure guidelines. Includes the preparation and implementation of produced policy and procedures throughout the designated sites.
• Verifies that appropriate manuals are maintained, up-to-date and easily available to all, including MSDS books and Fire Drill procedures.
• Audits staff time records for accuracy against established schedules and prepares for Clinic Manager/Service Line Director approval.
• Prepares, coordinates and schedules evaluations, appointments, maintains daily calendars, etc.
• Responsible for ordering office supplies.
• Supports Clinic Manager in their efforts to reach and maintain compliance with the Joint Commission requirements within the practice as required.
• Maintains employees' files, competencies, evaluations, and yearly updates of all required certifications.
• Effectively identifies and implements continuous clinical and operations improvement initiatives.
• Improves patient, physician, staff and administrative satisfaction with the quality of management in the functions under the supervision of the Manager/Service Line Director.
• Consistently meets negotiated timeframes.
• Completes various special projects, which may require acquiring, reviewing and analyzing information, identifying problems, recommending solutions and writing reports.
• Orders clinical equipment and supplies to fill patient needs and meet financial concerns.

Requirements:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in related field is preferred.

Experience:

• Two years of previous experience in a clinic setting with evidence of progressive responsibilities to support clinic operations. 
• Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office Suite applications (E-mail, Scheduler, Excel, PowerPoint and Word) at intermediate to advanced level
• Ability to work independently with minimal instruction; highly effective organizational skills, decision making and problem solving; effective communication and including team building/priority setting; excellent customer relations skills and competencies in phone etiquette, spelling and grammar
• Ability to read and write in English required. Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Medical terminology preferred.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

• None.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Full Time

DescriptionSummary:The Informatics Specialist is responsible for assisting in the operation and administration of clinical information systems, collaborating with clinical and technical associates to enhance workflow methodology and tools. The Informatics Specialist maintains an end-user centric focus when contributing to the system; this includes collaborating with the clinical informaticist to test, document, educate, evaluate, implement, and optimize activities to enhance technology adoption and efficiencies that improve workflow and patient safety. This position is exempt.Responsibilities:Collaborates with Clinical Informatics colleagues across the enterprise to drive strategic goals and vision for the department and CHRISTUS HealthCollaborates with customers to enhance their work methodologies and tools; maintaining a customer-centric, technical knowledge and focus when contributing to the testing, documentation and implementation activities of the assigned softwareAssesses end users for maximization, efficient, and effective use of the electronic medical record and/ other systemsProvides ongoing end user system support with all upgrades, new releases, and enhanced functionalityFosters relationships with ministry leadership and departments such as Information Services, Quality, Case Management, Revenue Cycle, and Finance to ensure effective communication, to meet business and financial requirementsProvides end-user support to clinicians, using critical thinking and troubleshooting skillsDemonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with other people, both individually and in groupsAssists in reporting any identified EHR compliance issues/concerns at the Ministry level and escalates utilizing proper chain of commandWorks under minimal supervisionElevates questions, problems and significant challenges to more senior team members for direction or subject matter expertise on new or unprecedented assignmentsRequires minimal instruction on day-to-day work and detailed instructions on new assignmentsEscalates operational problems and technical issues to senior team members and managementMakes decisions regarding own work on primarily routine casesPerform other duties and special projects as requestedRequirements:Education/SkillsBachelor's degree strongly preferred – or - Associate's degree with Informatics related experienceStrong knowledge of clinical information systems, clinical informatics, data management and administrationAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Office productsExcellent verbal and written skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as a member of a teamExperience~ Preferred 1-3 years previous informatics experience or equivalent

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications~ Valid Texas Driver's License

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLEWork Type:Full Time

Summary:

All pharmacists fill orders for drugs, monitor patient drug therapies and provide drug information. Pharmacists provide pharmacy services with compassion, excellence, and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.

Operational Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares and dispenses drug orders per physician request according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Interprets drug orders (verbal and written) and transcribes/verifies into computerized patient medication record accurately. Maintains, accurate, complete patient drug record.
• Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals including non-sterile and sterile products, chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition products accurately.
• Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law and institutional policies.
• Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion.
• Maintains current pharmacist license. Ensures applicable CE records and licensure are maintained in department files. Attends staff meetings.
• Completes all competency/skills assessment requirements.
• Supervises and directs pharmacy support personnel. Verifies the daily activities of pharmacy technicians
• Ambulatory care Pharmacist: Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services utilizing approved protocols and/or collaborative agreement with other providers, including managing patient drug therapy, anticoagulation management, providing patient education, and preparing and/or overseeing the preparation and dispensing of medications. Performs duties in the clinical areas assigned such as but not limited to anticoagulation clinics, intensive medical home, transition of care, Discharge Medication reconciliation, etc.

Clinical Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures safe, appropriate, cost-effective drug therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Monitors drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies and appropriateness of drug and dose.
• Assists with pharmacokinetics consult service and renal drug dosing per hospital protocol.
• Reads, extracts, and interprets information in patient medical records accurately.
• Detects and reports suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Sustains the hospital drug formulary, minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic substitution protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection.
• Provides clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners as appropriate.
• Provides accurate, adequate, and timely drug information to the hospital's professional staff.
• Provides drug education to patients and their families per institutional protocol.
• Participates in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department. Collects data, conducts monitors and inspections, and maintains logs, records and other documentation as assigned.
• Conducts designated interventions as defined in department Clinical Intervention activities (IV to PO, Renal Dosing, Pharmacokinetic dosing support, Anticoagulation). Baseline departmental standards for reporting interventions for clinical productivity as defined by departmental goals.
• Participates in antibiotic stewardship, opioid stewardship, and shortage management activities as assigned.
• Attends interdisciplinary rounds when assigned.
• Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion.

Occupational Hazards

• Potential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances (including chemotherapeutic, cytotoxic drugs and cleaning solutions), sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items.
• Risk 0 exposure category.
• Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used.
• Potential exposure to biologic material when participating in direct patient care activities (e.g., patient education, code attendance).

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy degree required

Experience

• Hospital experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Pharmacy state licensure required within 60 days of start date
• BLS or ACLS is required
• PALS (for pediatric practice) is required

In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

Summary:

Assesses, diagnoses and treats disorders of Speech; articulation, fluency, and voice, Language; including expressive communication in oral, written, graphic and manual modalities, Oral, pharyngeal cervical esophageal and related functions including; swallowing disorders, oral function for feeding and orofacial myofunctional disorders, cognitive aspects of communication; including communication disability and other functional disabilities associated with cognitive impairment, Social aspects of communication; including challenging behavior, ineffective social skills, lack of communication opportunities. Is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring the plan of care for the person served. Performs and directs administration of all speech therapy modalities & collaborates throughout the process with the person served, his/her family and the interdisciplinary team. 

Responsibilities:

• Verifies physician orders prior to evaluation. Evaluates and diagnoses communication and swallowing disorders prior to administering treatments, incorporating psychological issues. Evaluations must include thorough reading of patient's chart & history; may include objective measurements relative to the patient's diagnosis and condition. Establishes goals and plan of care in collaboration with the patient, his/her family and other healthcare workers as appropriate. Calls the physician if treatment ordered is not indicated.
• Administers and directs administration of all Speech Therapy treatment & modalities. Has knowledge of indications and contraindications. Checks frequently with patient for tolerance of modality given.
• Acquisitions appropriate equipment, checks for safety, and communicates the use of the equipment to the patient and family.
• Performs radiographic assessments of swallowing as ordered.
• Maintains contact with the referring physician regarding patient progress. Observes treatment effects & recommends changes to physician if indicated.
• Creates home programs for patients whenever indicated. Explains the program to patient, asking for return demonstrations and trains the family if needed.
• Directs and supervises Rehabilitation Assistants during Speech therapy treatments. Participates with on-the-job training of rehabilitation personnel.
• Maintains records of all patient treatments as required, information must include but is not limited to, subjective & objective information, assessment and plan for each treatment given or specific documentation for a specific area in which the therapy if provided.
• Promotes the team approach to delivery of rehabilitation services, while serving as a representative in the field of Speech Therapy.
• In collaboration with the rehabilitation team, develops and implements measures for quality assurance and participates in performance improvement activities.
• Maintains professional competence through continuing education and participation in appropriate professional groups. Obtains professional continuing education requirements to maintain licensure.
• Charges correlate with treatment session documentation and length of time in therapy.
• Maintains productivity standards.

Requirements:

Education:

• M.S. M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology, Communicative Disorders or equivalent certified program. Previous clinical experience in a hospital setting.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years post CFY experience with at least one year experience with neurologically impaired adults and dysphagia preferred. Experience with evaluation (including radiographic assessment) and treatment of dysphagia required.
• Demonstrates accountability and skills in assessment/evaluation, decision making and time management
• Should have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication and organizational skills.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

• Current New Mexico Speech & Language Pathology licensure & BLS certification required.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

Summary:

Performs diagnostic echocardiograms on adults and pediatric patients.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Performs technically proficient 2D, M-mode and Doppler cardiac exams.
• Coordinates activities with interrelated hospital departments, including scheduling exams, transporting patients, answering the phone and assuring billing information is accurately entered for payment.
• Assists cardiologist while dictating exams by preparing and measuring M-modes and by exchanging any other pertinent information contributing to the diagnosis.
• Acts as go-between to deliver, pick up and distribute dictations in a timely manner.
• Responds to patients' needs during exam. Reports changes in patient condition to physician or nurse in charge.
• Orders Echo supplies. Keeps rooms clean and neat and supplied as needed.
• Logs patients and exams and files patient records in the department.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities at the departmental, interdepartmental and hospital-wide levels.
• Shares responsibility for on-call coverage for echo emergency exams done apart from regular working hours as established by department policy.
• Maintains quality control of the equipment operation and quality of examinations performed. Coordinates repair services as needed.
• Keeps current on events/advances in the field of Echocardiography. Seeks advice and mentors with cardiologists regarding new skills and knowledge in the field.
• Assists with other cardiac procedures as needed.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent. Two year allied health education program that is patient care related. Allied health occupations include but are not limited to: diagnostic medical sonographer, radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist and/or registered nurse preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, demonstrates strong organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with others from a variety of disciplines
• Ability to work at a rapid pace under stressful conditions
• Manual dexterity to perform echocardiograms.

Experience

• Two years of actively doing echocardiograms preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• A.R.D.M.S./CCI registered required or registered within 18 months of hire. State of New Mexico Echo Sonographer License. BLS certification issued through American Heart Association within six months of hire.

In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Part Time

Summary:

Implements specific treatments and exercise programs for individual patients under the direction of an Occupational Therapist. Treats the impact of illness, injury, developmental or psychological impairments of the patient in the performance areas of Activities of Daily Living including; range-of-motion, grooming & hygiene, eating, dressing, toileting, driving, cooking, or working. Is responsible for assisting the patient to regain, develop, and learn skills to enable them to achieve optimal independence, reduce joint strain, prevent further joint damage and conserve energy.

Responsibilities:

• Carries out a program of activities and treatment interventions for assigned patients. Administers treatment & modalities to assist the patient in reaching his/her maximum rehabilitation potential through the use of ADL activities, splinting, ROM, endurance building, strengthening exercises, cognitive retraining, coordination & dexterity training. Has knowledge of indications and contraindications. Notifies the OT if treatment ordered is not indicated or modification is required.
• Communicates the treatment plan with the patient, his/her family and other healthcare workers as appropriate.
• Maintains contact with the OT regarding patient progress and participates in team/family conferences. 
• Applies appropriate treatments or modalities such as; therapeutic exercises, hot moist packs, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, paraffin, soft tissue mobilization, balance training and functional mobility training. Checking frequently with patient for tolerance of modality given. 
• Acquisitions appropriate equipment, checks equipment being used for safety, and communicates the use of the specific equipment to patient and family.
• Creates home programs for patients whenever indicated. Explains the program to patient, asking for return demonstrations and trains the family if necessary.
• Maintains records of all patient treatments as required, information must include but is not limited to, subjective & objective information, assessment and plan for each treatment given or recommended. Completes appropriate documentation for a specific area in which the therapy is provided. Completes the FIM documentation as required.
• Promotes the team approach to delivery of rehabilitation services, while serving as a representative in the field of Occupational Therapy.
• In collaboration with the rehabilitation team, develops and implements measures for quality assurance and participates in performance improvement activities. 
• Maintains professional competence through continuing education and participation in appropriate professional groups. Obtains professional continuing education requirements to maintain licensure. 
• Ensures charges correlate with treatment session documentation and length of time in therapy.
• Maintains productivity standards.

Requirements:

Education:

• Associates degree from an Occupational Therapist Assistant Program.

Experience:

• One year Occupational Therapy preferred.
• Demonstrates accountability and skills in assessment/evaluation, decision making and time management. Should have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication and organizational skills.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

• Current State of New Mexico COTA licensure 
• BLS Required.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed

Summary:

Assesses and treats neuromusculoskeletal & cardiorespiratory systems by physical or mechanical means to maintain or restore function that has been impaired by injury or disease, for pain management and for promotion of mobility and health as prescribed by the referring physician. Is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring the plan of care for the person served. Performs and directs administration of all physical therapy modalities & collaborates throughout the process with the patient and their family and the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities:

• Verifies physician orders prior to evaluation. Evaluates each patient before administering treatments, incorporating psychological and physical issues. Evaluations must include thorough reading of patient's chart & history; may include objective measurements relative to the patient's diagnosis and condition. Completes the evaluation & establishes goals and plan of care in collaboration with the patient, his/her family and other healthcare workers as appropriate. 
• Administers and directs administration of all Physical Therapy treatment & modalities. Has knowledge of indications and contraindications. Calls the physician if treatment ordered is not indicated. 
• Acquisitions appropriate equipment, checks equipment being used for safety, and communicates the evaluation, treatment procedures and the use of the specific equipment to patient and family. 
• Applies or supervises appropriate treatments or modalities such as therapeutic exercises, hot moist packs, cryotherapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, continuous passive motion, paraffin, soft tissue mobilization, gait training, balance training and functional mobility training. Checking frequently with patient for tolerance of modality given. 
• Maintains contact with the referring physician regarding patient progress. Observes treatment effects & recommends changes to physician if indicated. 
• Assembles, organizes home programs for patients whenever indicated. Explains the program to patient, asking for return demonstrations and trains the family whenever indicated. 
• Directs and oversees PT Assistants and Rehabilitation Assistants during physical therapy treatments. Participates with on-the-job training of rehabilitation personnel. 
• Maintains records of all patient treatments as required, information must include but is not limited to, subjective & objective information, assessment and plan for each treatment given or specific documentation for a specific area in which the therapy if provided. The Physical Therapist approves and co-signs every progress note written by a PT/PT Assistant with temporary licensure. The Physical Therapist completes the discharge summary and sends them to the referring physician if indicated. 
• Promotes the team approach to delivery of rehabilitation services, while serving as a representative in the field of Physical Therapy. 
• In collaboration with the rehabilitation team, develops and implements measures for quality assurance and participates in performance improvement activities. 
• Maintains professional competence through continuing education and participation in appropriate professional groups. Obtains professional continuing education requirements to maintain licensure. 
• Ensures charges correlate with treatment session documentation and length of time in therapy.
• Maintains productivity standards.

Requirements:

Education:

• Doctorate, Masters, Bachelors or Associates Degree in Physical Therapy.

Experience:

• Demonstrates accountability and skills in assessment/evaluation, decision-making and time management. Should have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication and organizational skills.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

• Current New Mexico Physical Therapist licensure
• BLS certification required.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Full Time

Assesses and treats neuromusculoskeletal & cardiorespiratory systems by physical or mechanical means to maintain or restore function that has been impaired by injury or disease, for pain management and for promotion of mobility and health as prescribed by the referring physician.

Is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring the plan of care for the person served.

Performs and directs administration of all physical therapy modalities & collaborates throughout the process with the patient and their family and the interdisciplinary team.Verifies physician orders prior to evaluation.

Completes the evaluation & establishes goals and plan of care in collaboration with the patient, his/her family and other healthcare workers as appropriate.Administers and directs administration of all Physical Therapy treatment & modalities.

Calls the physician if treatment ordered is not indicated.Acquisitions appropriate equipment, checks equipment being used for safety, and communicates the evaluation, treatment procedures and the use of the specific equipment to patient and family.Applies or supervises appropriate treatments or modalities such as therapeutic exercises, hot moist packs, cryotherapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, continuous passive motion, paraffin, soft tissue mobilization, gait training, balance training and functional mobility training.

Maintains contact with the referring physician regarding patient progress.

Observes treatment effects & recommends changes to physician if indicated.Directs and oversees PT Assistants and Rehabilitation Assistants during physical therapy treatments.

Participates with on-the-job training of rehabilitation personnel.Maintains records of all patient treatments as required, information must include but is not limited to, subjective & objective information, assessment and plan for each treatment given or specific documentation for a specific area in which the therapy if provided.

The Physical Therapist approves and co-signs every progress note written by a PT/PT Assistant with temporary licensure.

The Physical Therapist completes the discharge summary and sends them to the referring physician if indicated.Promotes the team approach to delivery of rehabilitation services, while serving as a representative in the field of Physical Therapy.In collaboration with the rehabilitation team, develops and implements measures for quality assurance and participates in performance improvement activities.Ensures charges correlate with treatment session documentation and length of time in therapy.Doctorate, Masters, Bachelors or Associates Degree in Physical Therapy.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:Current New Mexico Physical Therapist licensureMULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLEFull Time

Assesses and treats neuromusculoskeletal & cardiorespiratory systems by physical or mechanical means to maintain or restore function that has been impaired by injury or disease, for pain management and for promotion of mobility and health as prescribed by the referring physician.

Is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring the plan of care for the person served.

Performs and directs administration of all physical therapy modalities & collaborates throughout the process with the patient and their family and the interdisciplinary team.Verifies physician orders prior to evaluation.

Completes the evaluation & establishes goals and plan of care in collaboration with the patient, his/her family and other healthcare workers as appropriate.Administers and directs administration of all Physical Therapy treatment & modalities.

Calls the physician if treatment ordered is not indicated.Acquisitions appropriate equipment, checks equipment being used for safety, and communicates the evaluation, treatment procedures and the use of the specific equipment to patient and family.Applies or supervises appropriate treatments or modalities such as therapeutic exercises, hot moist packs, cryotherapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, continuous passive motion, paraffin, soft tissue mobilization, gait training, balance training and functional mobility training.

Maintains contact with the referring physician regarding patient progress.

Observes treatment effects & recommends changes to physician if indicated.Directs and oversees PT Assistants and Rehabilitation Assistants during physical therapy treatments.

Participates with on-the-job training of rehabilitation personnel.Maintains records of all patient treatments as required, information must include but is not limited to, subjective & objective information, assessment and plan for each treatment given or specific documentation for a specific area in which the therapy if provided.

The Physical Therapist approves and co-signs every progress note written by a PT/PT Assistant with temporary licensure.

The Physical Therapist completes the discharge summary and sends them to the referring physician if indicated.Promotes the team approach to delivery of rehabilitation services, while serving as a representative in the field of Physical Therapy.In collaboration with the rehabilitation team, develops and implements measures for quality assurance and participates in performance improvement activities.Ensures charges correlate with treatment session documentation and length of time in therapy.Doctorate, Masters, Bachelors or Associates Degree in Physical Therapy.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:Current New Mexico Physical Therapist licensureMULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLEFull Time

Summary:

Assesses and treats neuromusculoskeletal & cardiorespiratory systems by physical or mechanical means to maintain or restore function that has been impaired by injury or disease, for pain management and for promotion of mobility and health as prescribed by the referring physician. Is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring the plan of care for the person served. Performs and directs administration of all physical therapy modalities & collaborates throughout the process with the patient and their family and the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities:

• Verifies physician orders prior to evaluation. Evaluates each patient before administering treatments, incorporating psychological and physical issues. Evaluations must include thorough reading of patient's chart & history; may include objective measurements relative to the patient's diagnosis and condition. Completes the evaluation & establishes goals and plan of care in collaboration with the patient, his/her family and other healthcare workers as appropriate. 
• Administers and directs administration of all Physical Therapy treatment & modalities. Has knowledge of indications and contraindications. Calls the physician if treatment ordered is not indicated. 
• Acquisitions appropriate equipment, checks equipment being used for safety, and communicates the evaluation, treatment procedures and the use of the specific equipment to patient and family. 
• Applies or supervises appropriate treatments or modalities such as therapeutic exercises, hot moist packs, cryotherapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, continuous passive motion, paraffin, soft tissue mobilization, gait training, balance training and functional mobility training. Checking frequently with patient for tolerance of modality given. 
• Maintains contact with the referring physician regarding patient progress. Observes treatment effects & recommends changes to physician if indicated. 
• Assembles, organizes home programs for patients whenever indicated. Explains the program to patient, asking for return demonstrations and trains the family whenever indicated. 
• Directs and oversees PT Assistants and Rehabilitation Assistants during physical therapy treatments. Participates with on-the-job training of rehabilitation personnel. 
• Maintains records of all patient treatments as required, information must include but is not limited to, subjective & objective information, assessment and plan for each treatment given or specific documentation for a specific area in which the therapy if provided. The Physical Therapist approves and co-signs every progress note written by a PT/PT Assistant with temporary licensure. The Physical Therapist completes the discharge summary and sends them to the referring physician if indicated. 
• Promotes the team approach to delivery of rehabilitation services, while serving as a representative in the field of Physical Therapy. 
• In collaboration with the rehabilitation team, develops and implements measures for quality assurance and participates in performance improvement activities. 
• Maintains professional competence through continuing education and participation in appropriate professional groups. Obtains professional continuing education requirements to maintain licensure. 
• Ensures charges correlate with treatment session documentation and length of time in therapy.
• Maintains productivity standards.

Requirements:

Education:

• Doctorate, Masters, Bachelors or Associates Degree in Physical Therapy.

Experience:

• Demonstrates accountability and skills in assessment/evaluation, decision-making and time management. Should have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication and organizational skills.

Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:

• Current New Mexico Physical Therapist licensure
• BLS certification required.

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed