Physical Therapist Outpatient - Full-time - Sign-On BonusGreater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC) • Baltimore, MD, United States

Physical Therapist Outpatient - Full-time - Sign-On Bonus

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC) • Baltimore, MD, United States

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Under general supervision, delivers physical therapy (PT) services through evaluation of patient needs, goal determination and development of treatment plans in accordance with the Maryland Physical Therapy Practice Act. Assists with the overall operation of the Department.

There is a $5,000 sign-on bonus associated with this position.

Outpatient

No Evenings or Weekends

One-on-one patient care

7 paid non-working Holidays

Education :

BS in Physical Therapy

Licensures / Certifications :

Current Maryland license as a Physical Therapist.

Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification).

Experience : None

2 yrs related experience preferred

Skills :

Knowledge of physical therapy theories, practices and standards
Skill in oral and written communication
Skill in organization
Ability to set priorities and schedule patients utilizing time efficiently.
Ability to evaluate patient function, develop treatment plans and monitor patient progress.
Ability to manage an average caseload of up to 2 patients per hour.
Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service skills.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

Evaluates the patient's functional status including :

Review of medical history, diagnosis and physician's prescription.

Observation and interview of patient / caregiver.

Application of appropriate assessment procedures.

Determines short and long-term goals with patient / caregiver input; establishes plan of care based upon goals and evaluation results.

Implements appropriate therapeutic interventions, progressing treatment plan and teaching patients / caregivers activities to reinforce therapeutic interventions, providing / fitting appropriate assistive devices and recognizing patient distress signals which need follow-up

Documents evaluations / re-evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes and discharge summaries; records data required for statistics, billing, and quality improvement activities as appropriate.

Utilizes the assistance of Physical Therapist Assistants, Rehab Techs and volunteers as appropriate; provides supervision to the above as required by regulations.

Communicates with multidisciplinary team members both formally and informally, discussing evaluation findings, patient progress and other pertinent information.

Communicates with patients / caregivers to allay anxieties, seek input and elicit cooperation.

Participates in discharge planning with interdisciplinary team, recommending appropriate assistance and continuation of the rehabilitation program.

Participates in performance improvement activities, collecting data and suggesting areas for improvement.

Resolves unit issues / problems, developing resolutions and following up with both departmental staff and unit.

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values :

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy

Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

Meets and / or exceeds customer expectations

Actively pursues learning and self-development

Pays attention to detail; follows through

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

Sets a positive, professional example for others

Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them

Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties

Reports to work regularly and on time

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team

Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way

Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions

Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment

Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients / families / coworkers

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

Embraces change and improvement in the work environment

Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products / services

Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles

Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently

Pay Range

$35.31 - $57.90

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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