Physical Therapist (PT) - Mary Immaculate Hospital
About The Position
The Physical Therapist completes initial and ongoing assessments and provides skilled therapeutic interventions to patients using professional education, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The role may serve outpatients, inpatients, pediatric patients, and patients at off-site locations, as part of the continuum of professional care. The therapist evaluates patients, develops and revises treatment plans, provides direct therapy and patient/family instruction, documents care and progress, and helps ensure efficient, effective care that meets department standards. The position also includes supervising physical therapist assistants’ interventions and professional growth, as applicable.
Requirements
- Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of current practice, or meets all qualifications for a traineeship or temporary license in that state.
- Demonstrates appropriate application of age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
- Analytical ability to evaluate patient condition, capabilities, and progress.
- Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with coworkers, physicians, patients, and families.
- Ability to work well with patients of all levels, the public, and other healthcare professionals.
- Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience in an equivalent setting.
- BLS Basic Life Support certification upon hire; required within 30 days for BSMH and at hire for RSFH.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients, gather pertinent information from various sources, and develop treatment plans with specific goals.
- Conduct ongoing assessments and revise treatment plans as needed.
- Provide direct therapy in accordance with each patient’s plan of care and current Physical Therapy standards of practice.
- Instruct patients and families in therapeutic procedures.
- Maintain accurate, concise records of treatment and patient progress.
- Document care, coordination of services, orders, and goals accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record.
- Provide timely co-signatures for supervised physical therapy assistants, if applicable.
- Maintain department productivity while preserving quality, and deliver efficient and effective care that meets or exceeds department standards.
- Follow departmental policies and procedures for safety, infection control, time-off requests, and timecard recording, including required education and annual compliance requirements.
- Supervise physical therapist assistants’ treatment interventions and professional growth.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, and referral bonuses.
- 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- HSA/FSA options and life insurance.
- Mental health resources and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
- Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
