Physical Therapist Inpatient PRN
Company: MEDSTAR HEALTH
Location: Washington
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
MedStar Good Samaritan HospitalPhysical Therapist Inpatient
PRNJob Summary
The Physical Therapist provides physical therapy services to
patients, to include but not limited to screening and evaluation,
treatment planning, treatment implementation, treatment
re-assessment and revision, patient/client re-evaluation, discharge
planning, and documentation in a variety of settings. The Physical
Therapist participates as requested in program planning and
protocol development and assists the team in meeting established
goals.
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Training: Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate Degree in
Physical Therapy. Graduate of an accredited school of Physical
Therapy.
Experience: No previous experience required.
License/Certification/Registration: Maryland, District of Columbia
(DC), and/or Virginia licensure required as deemed necessary for
your specific location(s). American Heart Associations BLS for
Healthcare Providers CPR certification required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Professional competency as a general
practitioner in physical therapy; demonstrates independent use of
varied evaluation and treatment approaches. Able to work in a team
environment; organized, timely, detail-oriented; customer service
skills for interacting with patients, including communicating with
patients and family members of diverse ages and backgrounds; takes
initiative in following through with all procedures and policies;
effective communication; must be able to utilize computer
systems
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provides evaluation services including review of pertinent
history information, performance of specific assessments, and
determination of recommendations and documentation of results.
Explains evaluation findings and treatment plan to patient and
family and incorporates patient and family in the goals
setting.
2. Demonstrates proficiency in implementation of treatment
protocols based upon evaluation findings, the patient's
presentation, and the evolving health care environment. Consults
with other healthcare professionals as indicated. Recognizes and
documents changes in patient's condition requiring modification of
the plan of care and/or the need for medical/rehabilitation
consultation.
3. Completes appropriate discharge planning and follow-up care.
Accurately and timely documents and charges for patient care
activities in light of our evolving health care environment,
painting a clear picture of the patient's course of care including
focused initial evaluation/plan of care that establishes baseline
and goals, daily encounter notes, interim progress summaries, and
discharge evaluation.
4. Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity
expectations. Manage an accurate schedule. Is timely and punctual
for meetings. Demonstrates a professional commitment to provide
frictionless patient access to care through flexibility,
adaptability, creativity, and actions/behaviors that display
empathy in our patient consumer driven environment.
5. Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service
improvement teams. Participates in meetings and on committees and
represents the department and hospital in community outreach
efforts. Participates in hospital and community-based marketing
activities as appropriate to your role.
6. Contributes to the development and achievement of established
department goals and objective. Complies with governmental and
accreditation regulations.
7. Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education
for professional growth and competency for self and organization.
Serves as a clinical instructor to assign students. Assists with
orientation and mentoring of new staff, students, volunteers, and
technicians
8. Performs other Duties as assignedAbout MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care
for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while
advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation
and research. Our 30,000 associates and 5,400 affiliated physicians
work in a variety of settings across our health system, including
10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the
largest visiting nurse association in the region, and highly
respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the
medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for
more than 20 years, MedStar is dedicated not only to teaching the
next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education
and professional development of our whole team. MedStar Health
offers diverse opportunities for career advancement and personal
fulfillment.Required
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