Physical Therapist Inpatient | Per diem | Day

Concord Hospital Health System•Laconia, NH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Inpatient Per Diem is responsible for conducting patient evaluations and providing treatments in accordance with established policies and procedures, serving patients of all ages and health populations. This role may also involve participation in indirect patient care activities as needed. All per diem staff members are expected to work a minimum of two weekend shifts per month, in addition to any scheduled weekdays. Additionally, per diem staff are required to assist with holiday coverage. Under certain circumstances, staff may be asked to cover additional or alternative shifts. While employees are primarily assigned to a specific site, there is an expectation of flexibility to provide coverage at other Concord Hospital sites when necessary.

Requirements

Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program and passed the national certification board
State of NH Physical Therapy license- active and in good standing
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers or equivalent course
Requires experience working with an interdisciplinary team, providers, patients and their families.

Nice To Haves

New graduates considered.

Responsibilities

Performs patient evaluations and re-evaluations and documents in accordance with licensure, scope of practice and department standards (e.g. documentation completion/HIMS/abbreviations, etc.).
Advocates for and is active in developing disciplinary and interdisciplinary team members.
Develops and documents assessments for each patient at evaluation and during treatment.
Develops, revises, and documents goals and treatments for all patient’s during the episode of care.
Demonstrates personal adaptability, flexibility and timeliness in managing the entire department caseload.
Takes responsibility for accurate and thorough patient charging as part of daily charting.
Takes responsibility for individual performance goals and meeting department expectations.