Physical Therapist, Per Diem, Inpatient

Position: Physical Therapist

Department: Inpatient Rehab Therapies

Schedule: This position is Per Diem, Days

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Rehabilitation Therapies Supervisor/Manager, the Staff Physical Therapist conducts comprehensive assessments of in and outpatients with physical and functional deficits, planning and implementing individual/group physical therapy treatments to promote mobility, reduce pain, restore function, prevent permanent disability and restore independence, using various treatment techniques. Collaborates with other disciplines to arrange for appropriate follow-up care and facilitates a successful return to home and work environments.  Provides student training according to departmental guidelines and participates in continuous education.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Work requires a Bachelor’s / Master’s or equivalent in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• Work requires a current Commonwealth of Massachusetts license by start date.
• APTA and MCAPTA membership preferred.
• Requires AHA or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Workers certification by start date

EXPERIENCE:

• For this per diem position, Physical Therapists with 2+ years of inpatient acute care experience encouraged to apply.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Work requires interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients, families and various members of the health care team.
• Work requires analytical abilities sufficient to evaluate patients’ condition, capabilities and progress to develop appropriate treatment programs.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

1. Conducts physical therapy evaluation procedures according to professional and departmental guidelines.

2. Establishes treatment goals and plans that reflect the needs of the patients while meeting departmental, institutional, and third party reimbursement requirements.

3. Implements comprehensive individual and group treatment. Consistently demonstrates clinical competence.

4. Complies with departmental, institutional, and accrediting agency policies and standards.

5. Shows evidence of on-going professional growth and knowledge of regulations and standards.

6. Participates in the development and evaluation of physical therapy programs

7. Collaborates with colleagues and other professionals to provide high quality patient care. IND123

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