SAH Physical Therapist

Brown Medicine•Fall River, MA

17d•$35 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY: Administers a variety of therapeutic procedures and agents utilized in the short and long term rehabilitation of in and out patients (orthopedic, neurological, pulmonary, cardiac, medical and surgical) within the guidelines set forth in physician orders). Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient Care Has achieved/maintained specialty certification Seeks out educational opportunities to expand patient care knowledge base Receives positive letters/comments from patients, families or staff regarding interactions or treatment techniques Notes diagnosis of patient and takes all precautions for observing indications and contraindications Evaluates patient's emotional and physical condition Explains treatment to patient/family/others Formulates measurable goals and individualized treatment plan Integrates evaluation findings into treatment plan; observes and follows general guidelines and contraindications for physical therapy Utilizes age appropriate therapeutic techniques for assigned caseload Monitors effectiveness of treatment and adjusts treatment plan accordingly Initiates conversationnteraction with physicians and other health care providers for optimal provision of services Documentation: Maintains records pertinent to patient evaluations Maintains timely and complete documentation of all aspects of patient care Documentation reflects patient response to treatment Progress towards goals is reflected at least weekly Flow sheet documentation reflects quality of patient performance Appropriately utilizes departmental and hospital approved forms. Maintains current physician orders Evaluation: Correctly selects appropriate database, obtains and interprets written referral and patient information gained from review of the medical record and verbally from the patient Selects, performs, documents appropriate tests corresponding to diagnosis and functional limitations Reports to and recommends changes to the physician as needed Acts as a Resource: Acts as a resource to entry level staff regarding complex cases and newdvanced techniques Provides input into the supervision of students Provides direct supervision of students Demonstrates the ability to teach techniques or skills in a clear, concise manner In-services staff upon return from conferences or seminars Initiates ways to assist or support other staff members with department related tasks Interacts with peers in a kind and professional manner Consistently demonstrates an approachable style of interaction When requested, assists other staff members with department related tasks Supports hospital and system-wide patient quality and safety practices as identified by National Quality Forum, JCAHO and system-wide Quality and Safety Plan. Demonstrates knowledge of and follows JCAHO Patient Safety Goals. Supports department-specific patient safety and quality initiatives as defined by department manager. Demonstrates service excellence skills to support high-level patient satisfaction as defined by department manager. Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment. Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external). Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed. Performs other duties as assigned