Abolished 10/07
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
7281F2
Pay Grade: 27
DEFINITION OF WORK
Summary
This is professional and supervisory work planning, coordinating, and
evaluating all aspects of a physical therapy department.
Work involves the application of advanced skills in physical therapy in
support of pre-determined medical needs and responsibility for directing the
services of a physical therapy department.
Standard Classification Factors
Supervision Received - Level D: "Under general direction…"
Employees at this level are usually in charge of a large and important
organizational unit. They plan and carry out assignments with little
supervision. They report regularly to a superior, usually by means of
occasional conferences, to discuss work progress or new problems which
require advice from above. This designation will pertain to classes with a
high order of independence.
Difficulty - LEVEL C: Considerable… Duties which require a high degree
of concentration because of the many factors which must be considered and
weighed before a decision can be reached. Usually positions that require
planning, developing, and coordinating programs and directing fairly large
groups of people fall into this category.
Complexity - LEVEL C: Work is of a standardized nature that may involve a
variety of duties. Analytical thought becomes more important at this level
due to increased data and changing situations. Tasks usually have several
steps, some of which may not be directly related. Alternatives may exist for
processes or methods to be used in solving problems. Workers at this level
exercise a moderate amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by
routine review and reporting to or consultation with supervisors. When
guidelines exist at this level, they tend to be more complicated or
technical in nature requiring careful interpretation.
Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL D: Consequences of actions or
decisions at this level are significant as the work may be rarely if ever
reviewed, making errors difficult to detect. Errors may cause major program
failure or a high degree of confusion. Injuries to others due to errors are
serious or incapacitating or both and costs due to errors are substantial.
Contacts - LEVEL D: The purpose of the contact is to justify, defend,
negotiate, persuade or interrogate to settle matters, maintain good will,
gain cooperation or reach compromises when the information is controversial
or the individuals or groups have strong differences of opinions or diverse
viewpoints. Extensive use of communication techniques and well developed
communication skills are required for dealing with others.
Physical Demands - LEVEL D: The work requires considerable physical
exertion.
Environmental Conditions - LEVEL C: The work environment involves
hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery
with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or
hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions
and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are
normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or
procedures may be required. Serious injury is possible.
Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL D: Involves administrative supervision
responsibility. As a "first line supervisor", the primary
responsibility involves scheduling, supervising and evaluating employees who
perform the same or similar work. Responsible for recommending hiring and
disciplinary actions to a higher level of authority. As a "project
manager" may direct the activities of project leaders to develop plans
and criteria and to evaluate progress and results for one or more projects.
Distinguishing Features
Differs from the Therapy Service Supervisor class which directs all aspects of a
program providing a variety of specialized therapeutic services.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of physical therapists, physical therapy
assistants, aides, volunteers, and/or students.
Evaluates patients according to physician's referrals to determine
appropriate therapy treatment to correct or limit the disabling effects of an
orthopedic or neurological condition.
Administers treatments in a training program to instruct therapy assistants,
therapy aides, other designated staff members, and/or affiliate students.
Coordinates an affiliate program to meet the requirements for students in an
approved physical therapy program, documents their participation, and reports
their progress to the instructional institution.
Develops and implements policies and procedures; compiles written and
statistical reports on treatments administered; audits patient records as
required by accreditation and hospital standards; recommends departmental
expenditures; orders supplies.
Coordinates and/or directs a wheelchair modification program to design
wheelchair padding or special designs to meet the orthopedic needs of residents.
Plans and provides orientation and in-service training as needed by the
facility.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS
Knowledge
*Knowledge of human growth and development.
*Knowledge of physical therapy principles, techniques, and equipment.
*Knowledge of the care and operation of physical therapy equipment.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of supervision.
Abilities
*Ability to evaluate the condition of patients in relation to
physical therapy and to establish an appropriate treatment program.
*Ability to direct the services of a physical therapy department.
*Ability to coordinate and administer an approved affiliate
program for students of physical therapy.
*Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with staff and patients.
*Ability to maintain accurate records and reports of patient
treatment and progress.
*Necessary at Entry
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Registration, or
permission to practice, as a physical therapist in the State of Kansas at the
time of hire.
NC: 12/87
REV: 12/95
REV: 10/98
REV: 02/00
REV: 09/03
REV: 08/05
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