Physical Therapist (PT) - Inpatient - St. Rita's Medical Center - PRN

Mercy Health BSMH • Bath Township, OH

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About The Position

The Physical Therapist at St. Rita's Medical Center completes initial and ongoing patient assessments and provides skilled therapeutic interventions using professional education, knowledge, skill, and ability. The role may involve inpatient, outpatient, pediatric, and off-site care, and contributes to the full continuum of professional care.

The Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops and revises treatment plans with specific goals, delivers therapy according to each patient's plan of care and current standards, and instructs patients and families in therapeutic procedures. The role also requires accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation, coordination of care, efficient service delivery, adherence to departmental policies, and supervision and support of physical therapist assistants.

Requirements

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of current practice, or meet all qualifications for traineeship or temporary licensure in that state.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days for BSMH and at hire for RSFH.
• Demonstrate appropriate application of age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrate general computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Have analytical ability to evaluate patient condition, capabilities, and progress.
• Have interpersonal skills to interact effectively with coworkers, physicians, patients, and families.
• Be able to work well with patients, the public, and other health care professionals.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in an equivalent setting.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, gather relevant information from various sources, and develop appropriate treatment plans with specific goals.
• Conduct ongoing assessments and revise treatment plans as needed.
• Provide direct therapy in accordance with patient care plans and current physical therapy standards of practice.
• Instruct patients and families in therapeutic procedures.
• Maintain accurate, concise, and timely records of treatment, patient progress, care coordination, orders, and goals in the electronic medical record.
• Provide timely co-signatures for supervised physical therapy assistants, when applicable.
• Maintain productivity while preserving care quality and meet or exceed department standards for efficient and effective care.
• Follow departmental policies and procedures for safety, infection control, time-off requests, and timecard recording, and complete required education and annual compliance requirements.
• Supervise physical therapist assistants' treatment interventions and professional growth.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed