Physical Therapist – Documentation Review Specialist

Job Title: Physical Therapist – Documentation Review Specialist

Location: Remote

Job Description: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Physical Therapist to join our team as a Documentation Review Specialist. This role involves reviewing therapy documentation for Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), and Speech Therapy to ensure accuracy and completeness. The ideal candidate will provide feedback, develop training materials, assist in audits, and answer inquiries on documentation and EMR best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review therapy documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory standards
• Conduct full case reviews as assigned and provide detailed feedback to therapists on documentation quality
• Develop and deliver refresher courses and educational trainings for therapists on best documentation practices
• Assist in internal and external audits related to therapy documentation and compliance
• Answer inquiries from therapists regarding documentation and EMR (Electronic Medical Records) best practices
• Collaborate with the therapy team to ensure consistent and high-quality documentation
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and standards for therapy documentation
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance documentation processes and quality

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution
• Valid state license to practice as a Physical Therapist
• Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical experience in PT, OT, or Speech Therapy
• Strong understanding of therapy documentation requirements and regulatory standards
• Excellent analytical and review skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in using EMR systems and other relevant software
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and develop training materials
• Experience with conducting audits and ensuring compliance is a plus

Preferred Skills:

• Certification in a specialized area of therapy documentation or compliance
• Experience in a supervisory or quality assurance role
• Knowledge of best practices for EMR utilization and documentation in healthcare
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Originally posted on Himalayas