Physical Therapist PT - Outpatient Ortho.

5 Days Old

General Summary of Position MedStar Health is looking for
a
Physical Therapist
t
o
join
our team
at
Therapy - 19th Street!
The ideal candidate will be
a
licensed physical therapist with p
rofessional competency as a general practitioner in physical therapy;
demonstrate
d
use of varied evaluation and treatment approaches
;
customer service skills for interacting with patients, including communicating with patients and family members of diverse ages and backgrounds;
and
effective communication
. 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. Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro
region,
also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next
great career
move!
Primary Duties: Provides
evaluation services including review of pertinent
historical
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.
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.
Completes
appropriate discharge
planning and follow-up care. Accurately and
timely
documents and charges for patient care activities
considering
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.
Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations. Manage
an accurate
schedule. 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.
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
inexperienced staff
, students, volunteers, and technicians.
Qualifications: Bachelor’
s,
Master’s
,
or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.
Graduate
of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
Maryland, District of Columbia (DC), and/or Virginia licensure
required
as
deemed
necessary for your specific location(s).
American Heart Association’s
BLS (Basic Life Support)
for Healthcare Providers
CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation)
certification
.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities CUSTOM.PRIMARY.DUTIES.RESPONSIBILITIES.ADDENDUM
Minimum Qualifications
This position has a hiring range of $72,758 - $130,041
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Location:
Lorton

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