Per Diem Physical Therapist (Inpatient)

Hillsboro Medical Center•Hillsboro, OR

2d•$47 - $69•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist is a member of the patient care team who provides physical therapy services and is accountable for assessing, treating, and educating patients, with appropriate documentation. The role includes supervising the patient care activities of physical therapist assistants, aides, and students. The therapist also contributes to department productivity, education, program development, and research activities conducted by the department or hospital. The therapist provides evidence-based evaluations and treatments to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients in an inpatient setting. They document and bill for care appropriately, coordinate discharge planning with case management, prioritize patient care and resources, and communicate concerns about patients’ medical status to providers when needed. The position participates in continuing education, safety training, performance reviews, and patient safety reporting, and helps the department meet budgetary goals. Decision-making impact is limited to the employee and patient wellbeing.

Requirements

Current unencumbered physical therapy license in Oregon, or ability to obtain one before hire.
Healthcare provider BLS certification, or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal rules regarding patient treatment and documentation.
Practice in accordance with professional licensing requirements, laws, and the professional practice act.
Comply with guidelines of accrediting bodies such as TJC and DNV.
Knowledge and use of appropriate physical therapy assessment, treatment, and education in acute care.
Proficiency in operating, maintaining, and using therapeutic and hospital equipment commonly found in acute care, per department checklist.
Excellent customer service skills and participation in patient/customer satisfaction.
Effective, positive interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
Present a personal appearance that makes a positive first impression.
Follow procedures for personal protective equipment, infection control, and disposal of hazardous waste and sharps.
Prioritize patient care and coordinate duties and clinic resources effectively.
Use time and resources efficiently.
Maintain confidentiality of patient information according to PHI access level.
Recognize personal limitations and seek guidance appropriately.
Establish clinical and professional relationships with primary care providers, patients, patients’ family members, and other healthcare providers.
Promote accident prevention and report potential hazards to maintain a safe environment.

Nice To Haves

Minimum one year of experience in an inpatient acute care setting.
Master’s or Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.
Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Provide evidence-based physical therapy evaluations and treatments to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients based on principles of growth, development, and life stages.
Document patient evaluations, treatment, progress, and discharge promptly in the EMR, complying with applicable laws and hospital policy.
Bill in accordance with documented patient treatment.
Meet department patient-care productivity standards.
Supervise patient-care activities completed by physical therapist assistants, aides, and students.
Collaborate with case management regarding discharge plans and recommendations.
Prioritize patient care and coordinate duties and clinic resources effectively.
Communicate concerns about a patient’s medical status to providers as needed.
Participate in continuing education seminars, department in-services, safety training, and other educational opportunities.
Participate in performance reviews.
Complete patient safety incident reports as needed.
Take an active role in helping the department meet budgetary goals.