Physical Therapy Neurologic Resident

OhioHealth • Upper Arlington, OH

15h

About The Position

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities. Job Description Summary: This temporary (15 month) position performs patient care by assessing patient physical and functional abilities. Based on problems determined, the physical therapist establishes and carries out a plan of care to include patient/family instruction, discharge planning, documentation on the medical record, and communication with physicians and other medical staff. This position helps patients achieve maximum level of physical functioning. This position participates in physical therapy learning / mentorship opportunities with additional responsibilities which may include therapist presentations, physician relation / shadowing activity and research activity.

Requirements

• Master's Degree
• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• LIC - Licensed in Field - State of Ohio
• Physical Therapy; Licensed in the State of Ohio
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Effective use of computer technology.
• Demonstrated emphasis on customer service and the creating of customer-focused environment.
• Entry-level new graduate acceptable

Responsibilities

• Direct Patient . Evaluates and treats patients: a. Evaluates patient physical abilities and functional status, creates plan of care and initiates patient treatment after physician referral. b. Carries out plan of care with reassessment and changes to plan of care as appropriate. c. Provides patient & family with medical and exercise-specific education to improve function. d. Collaborates with therapy team members to carry out treatment plan and provide clinical care. e. Supervises PTA in the delivery of care. e. Communicates care plan to physician and communicates on-going care & patient needs. f. Attends multidisciplinary patient care meetings as appropriate. 2. Follows OhioHealth policies related to delivery of clinical Care a. Documents evaluation, plan of care, daily progress toward goals & progress & discharge notes. b. Carries out clinical outcomes processes according to department standards. c. Follows Joint Commission and Department of Health guidelines, as well as Ohio PT laws.
• Clinical Didactic Learning and Mentorship 1. Participates in physical therapy coursework and lab activities. 2. Participates in physician shadowing and other clinician observations. 3. Participates in research projects. 4. Presents clinical topics to therapy associates and administration. 5. Represents OhioHealth Rehabilitation in hospital meetings and community events. 5. Participates in orientation of upcoming therapy residents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees