Physical Therapist - CONTRACT - Fort Belvoir, VA

Company: SHG
Location: Fort Belvoir
Posted on: January 28, 2023

Job Description:

SHG - Virginia - SHG is hiring Physical Therapists for several contract opportunities. We offer Next Day Pay at a competitive rate!
Must be licensed with at least 1 year of experience.
COVID Vaccine is Required.
Duties/Responsibilities below:

Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists. Reviews patients functional needs and adjusts care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever it seems appropriate.
Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.
Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients functional goals.
Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.
Practices hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans. Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures.
Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops. Keeps up to date on professional literature.
Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.

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Required Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge and skills to care for the physical and developmental needs of the population age groups that will be receiving services.
Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations.

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