Physical Therapist IP Diem

Capital Health (US)

About The Position

Physical Therapists evaluate and treat patients in the hospital, outpatient clinic, and at home through the hospital-at-home program. They coordinate care with physicians, nurses, case managers, other Capital Health interdisciplinary team members, and external healthcare providers as needed, communicating effectively and advocating for patients. The role requires adapting to changing departmental demands and shifting among campuses to meet patient needs. The Physical Therapist develops treatment plans and measurable patient goals, then implements them using appropriate procedures, modalities, exercise programs, and manual techniques. The role includes gathering and synthesizing information from patients and families, records, observation, and other providers; conducting thorough evaluations and standardized testing as needed; and instructing patients, families, and caregivers in therapies and activities that improve function, support discharge, and promote follow-through with home instructions. The therapist maintains timely, complete, and accurate documentation of evaluations, care, attendance, discharge, time spent with patients, billing and charging records, and patient-outcome data when required. The therapist participates in educational opportunities and self-directed learning, takes responsibility for patient-care or departmental issues, uses constructive problem-solving, and works within the Scope of Services policy for Physical Therapy. This diem position has a listed pay rate of $56.65, stated as a full-time-equivalent rate; actual compensation may differ based on assigned hours and position status. The position is eligible for a Retirement Savings and Investment Plan, short-term disability benefits, sick time off, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Requirements

Work within the Scope of Services policy for Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients in the hospital, outpatient clinic, and home through the hospital-at-home program.
Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, case managers, Capital Health interdisciplinary team members, and external healthcare providers as needed.
Communicate effectively and advocate for patients.
Adapt to changing departmental demands and shift among campuses as required to meet patient needs.
Develop treatment plans and establish measurable patient goals.
Implement treatment plans using appropriate procedures, modalities, exercise programs, and manual techniques.
Maintain timely, complete, and accurate documentation, including evaluations, care, attendance, discharge, patient-contact time, billing and charging records, and outcome data when required.
Gather and synthesize information from patients and families, patient records, direct observation, and other healthcare providers.
Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in therapies and activities to improve function, facilitate discharge, and maximize carryover of home instructions.
Participate in educational opportunities and self-directed learning.
Take responsibility for patient-care or departmental issues, consider differing viewpoints, use positive problem-solving techniques, and work toward resolution.
Use appropriate evaluation techniques and standardized testing as needed.
Work within the Scope of Services policy for Physical Therapy.