Physical Therapy Supervisor supervises the staff of the physical therapy division and/or clinic. Assesses physical therapy programs to evaluate the quality of patient care. Being a Physical Therapy Supervisor provides guidance to and monitors the performance of physical therapy staff. Ensures physical therapy staff follows regulatory compliance requirements and standard procedures. Additionally, Physical Therapy Supervisor may perform training demonstrations for physical therapists and assistants. May maintain a small caseload of patients. Requires a doctorate degree in physical therapy. Requires Certified Physical Therapist (CPT). Requires Licensed Physical Therapist (LPT). Typically reports to a manager. The Physical Therapy Supervisor supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. To be a Physical Therapy Supervisor typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
This position and would be Monday, Wednesday and Friday with other possible hours.
About Us:
The Makovicka Physical Therapy Team strives to provide an atmosphere where we can focus on outstanding service through employee engagement and organizational growth, and to create a welcoming and friendly environment for all we have contact with.
Position:
Great team members are ones who fit our culture and values, working alongside the physical therapists and assisting the patients. We strive to provide a friendly and encouraging environment for our patients and you play a key role.
Your primary focus on the team is to assist the clinicians in their day to day work. You will also be anticipating clinic needs such as maintaining cleanliness and ensuring equipment is in working order and ready for use. You will be directly relating to patients to ensure they are comfortable and feel welcome.
You will be maintaining a high level of intensity through out your day working with the clinical staff. You will be greeting patients and working side by side with them as directed by the therapist. You will prepare and gather equipment to facilitate quick and efficient transitions for patients.
What You Need to be Successful:
Qualifications:
High School diploma desired. All staff must be age 16 or over to be eligible for employment.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Minimum Education/Licensure/Certification:
High school diploma is preferred; satisfactory completion of on the job training.
Physical Requirements:
Requires frequent walking throughout clinic; requires sitting at a workstation/desk; requires standing; work may include occasional pushing and/or pulling, lifting, and carrying objects weighing up to 30 lbs. such as files, documents and small equipment. Work requires finger dexterity and eye hand coordination to operate computer keyboard and clinic equipment.
Mental Demands:
Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests; ability to resolve conflict amongst staff and to work collaboratively with clinic director, physicians, other members of the staff; ability to concentrate and focus on projects; possess creative systems thinking to ensure operational efficiency; ability to problem solve and make decisions; self control and stress tolerance in dealing with multiple requests and conflicting demands from multiple customers.
Special Demands:
Needs minimal sustained direction in assessing needs, directing clinic flow and carrying out clinic responsibilities; self starting and self motivating; working hours may exceed eight (8) hours per day and is based on what is needed to accomplish work at hand.
OSHA Category:
There is limited or no potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens.