Physical Therapist - Bedford Outpatient Rehab - Per Diem

SolutionHealth • Bedford, NH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The role of the physical therapist within Elliot Health System is focused on the delivery of rehabilitative services. The physical therapist evaluates, plans and implements specific treatment programs for patients according to the principles and practices of the specific discipline and setting (acute care or outpatient). Elliot Health Systems Physical Therapy Clinic was Union Leader Readers’ Choice “GOLD” Medal Recipient for 2022. DNV Accreditation with IOS 9001 certification. DNV Orthopedic Center of Excellence.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program with corresponding Entry Level Degree required.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist by the state of New Hampshire Physical Therapy Governing Board required.
• CPR certification required or able to complete within first 90 days.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in clinical setting preferred, but not required.
• Recent graduates eligible.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for patient evaluation by conducting medical record review identifying areas of focus, contraindications and precautions.
• Ensures orders for therapy are active and appropriate.
• Evaluates the skilled therapy needs of the referred patient and develops a written prioritized plan of care, including short- and long-term rehabilitation goals developed in collaboration with the patient and/or other members of the health care team.
• Updates treatment plan re-evaluates patient and communicates with referrer and other clinicians involved in the patient’s care.
• Establish and implements discharge plan and instructs patient, family member(s), and other essential personnel in effective performance of home exercise programming or other strategies to maximize function. These may include but aren't limited to; instruction in the use of home medical equipment, adaptive devices or customized equipment (splints, orthoses, ACC devices, etc.).
• Provides clinical supervision of therapy assistant(s), rehabilitation assistants, and/or other essential personnel in the implementation and revision of the rehabilitation plan of care.
• Supports EHS Rehabilitation Services commitment to clinical development by participating in the department’s clinical affiliation program.
• After practicing successfully for a period of 1 full year, the occupational therapist is expected to act as a clinical instructor, taking on a student as assigned every 18-24 months.
• Participates in EHS Rehabilitation ongoing clinical development programming, with the delivery of an educational presentation once per year on a topic of their choice. Participation may include but is not limited to; in services (network or clinic), journal club, community outreach, or other educational opportunities.

Benefits

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage
• Competitive pay
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Programs
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Multiple onsite gym locations with FREE access for employees (plus yoga, personal training and more)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level