Clinical Functions:a. Answers medical consults using standard and specializedexamination procedures, interpreting prescription and appropriately orders treatment which utilizes all necessary therapy disciplines, subject toreview by Chief, PM&RS.b. Independently develops and implements a physical therapy treatment program, using judgment to modify the treatment as a result of changing medical conditions or because of a variety of severe physical and mental disabilities.c. Uses standard and specialized methods for interpreting a wide Variety of patient physical functional levels and for providing progressive treatments.d. Directs and provides guidance to Physical Therapy Assistants in proper application of physical therapy methods and techniques.e. Implements treatment plans which directly affect the patient´s social, economic and functional well being and which are age-specific.f. Maintains a balanced workload within clinics by properly assigningStaff and patients.g. Works effectively with treatment team members and other healthcare providers in coordinating patient´s total care.h. Documents in writing patients initial, interim and discharge condition in a timely manner.i. Maintains FIM certification. Administrative Functions:a. Maintains clinic records and files, both administrative and medical, and ensures confidentiality of sensitive data. b. Incumbent schedules outpatient clinic appointment using Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VistA) scheduling options. Uses established business rules to schedule appointments for veterans. This includes clinic visits, consultations and entries into the Electronic Wait List (EWL). Complies with the mandatory training requirements for the outpatient scheduling processc. Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.d. Orients other Medical Center personnel to Physical Therapyoperations and procedures.e. Regularly inspects equipment assigned to clinic to identify those devices which pose a safety risk or are in need of repair.f. Promotes professionalism and high ethical and moral standards among Physical Therapy staff.G. Promotes safety within Physical Therapy and supports center-wide Safety program.h. Safeguards personal information of the veterans and their families, VA employees and applicants entrusted to the VA. Abides by rules, regulations and policies including General Awareness Training, VHA Privacy Training, and Cyber Training. Complies with applicable confidentiality statues and regulations in order safeguard information.

Physical Therapist

LifePoint Hospitals, Inc

Show Summary Cleveland Mississippi | Posted 10/6/2009 8:12:00 AM

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Conveniently located halfway between Memphis, Tennessee and Jackson, Mississippi, Cleveland is just 20 miles due east of the Mississippi River. With a population of 13,841 (Bolivar County has a population of over 40,000), Cleveland offers a small town charm with the educational and cultural opportunities of a much bigger city. Bolivar Medical Center is a 165-bed acute-care general hospital, accredited by JCAHO. With almost 200,000 square feet, the hospital includes a 14-bed skilled nursing facility and a 35-bed nursing home. The medical campus also includes a Medical Office Building and an Outpatient Rehabilitation Facility with staff offering adult and pediatric physical, occupational and speech therapy, as well as an aquatic therapy program. Additional services include outpatient orthopedic surgery, endoscopic surgery, mammography, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, MRI, an interventional angiography lab and pain management services. The Delta Diabetes Management Center is also located at Bolivar Medical Center. We are currently recruiting for Physical Therapists to be part of our amazing team!General Responsibilities: The physical therapist works under the direction of a physician or other qualified health care provider to provide musculoskeletal evaluations and rehabilitative treatment to patients who have been referred for physical therapy. The staff physical therapist oversees and is responsible for all patient care related activities, including the supervision of paraprofessionals and non-skilled staff and the coordination of the patients care and treatment with the referring physician and other allied heath care providers. Minimum Qualifications:Graduate from a school of Physical Therapy approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy.Prefer a Masters Level Degree in Physical Therapy. Must possess licensure to practice physical therapy in the state of Mississippi and must be maintained in good standing.Previous experience in physical therapy in a hospital or out-patient setting is preferred. Requirements will include successful completion of orientation checklist and skills/credentials/competency requirements of specific unit. Skills:Requires ability to function in stressful situations. Verbal ability to present information and ideas related to physical therapy theory and practice. Ability to accept responsibility and accountability to perform delegated aspects of physical therapy process. Requires the cognitive ability and practical ability to provide physical therapy care appropriate to the patient population assigned, considering patient age, growth and development, and diagnosis.

Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant

University of Mississippi Medical Center - Dept of Surgery

Show Summary Jackson Mississippi | Posted 9/30/2009 9:36:00 AM

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Extraordinary opportunity for a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant to work at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi.

We have an extraordinary full-time opportunity available for a cardiothoracic surgery physician assistant to join a premiere cardiothoracic surgery team practicing at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Our board-certified, fellowship-trained cardiothoracic surgeons are looking to add a PA to our practice, which includes surgeons, surgery residents, a nurse practitioner, and medical students. Job responsibilities include clinic and hospital evaluation and management, surgical assisting, rounding, and helping teach medical students and surgery residents. Our physicians are committed to a team approach that provides top-notch care and service in an educational environment.The practice is located in the capital city of Mississippi, an area that offers an ideal blend of a friendly and growing community. The Jackson metro area offers abundant choices for education, entertainment, shopping, and family activities. The many high quality public schools, numerous private academies, the experiential learning at our local colleges, or the continuing education options at our own health related school, dental school, and nursing school make our area unique. Close by are Natchez, Vicksburg, and other areas with a unique history, and we are only a short drive from the revitalized Mississippi gulf coast. The Mississippi Delta is an hours drive north, epicenter of the Delta blues, Southern literature and cuisine.The University Medical Center is home to the University of Mississippi schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health Related Professions, Dentistry and Graduate Studies in the Health Sciences, the University Hospitals and Health System, a busy trauma center, and many other high level services, including heart and kidney transplantation.The University of Mississippi Medical Center offers an excellent work environment, competitive salary and great benefits package.Education/Learning Experience:- Required: Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program.Skills/Knowledge:- Required: Must be able to apply diverse principles of logic, medical and scientific thinking to a wide range of health care situations. Ability to apply accepted methods of treatment and creative new developments to health care problems.Licenses/Certifications:- Required: NCCPA (National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants) certified or eligible; and licensed or eligible for licensure by the Medical Examining Board(s) of the state(s) in which the PA practices.EOE, M/F/D/V.

Orthopaedic PA Needed - M-F; 8a-5p

Delphi Healthcare Partners, Inc.

Show Summary Southaven Mississippi | Posted 7/10/2009 4:41:00 PM

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