Acute Care Physical Therapist

About this Job :

MedStar Health i s   looking for   an   Acute Care PT   Clinician   to join our   team   a t   MedStar Washington Hospital Center !   We are looking for professional competency as a general practitioner in physical   therapy;   d e monstrates   independent use of varied evaluation and treatment approaches. ​

As an   Acute Care PT   Clinician   you will   be   responsible   for   initial   assessment, re-assessment, treatment planning, treatment implementation,   reporting,   and documentation of all referred patients within departmental and professional standards. Serves as a resource in specified area of expertise. Participates in organizing educational activities and special   projects and   facilitates   staff development. ​

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next   great career   move! ​

Primary Duties : ​

• Provides   effective and efficient care. a.   Provides   patient care duties as it relates to respective clinical service, following accreditation guidelines, professional code of ethics, and standards of practice which include evaluation / re-evaluation, treatment planning and implementation and resultant   documentation.   b. Implements plans that will achieve the outlined goals and administers individual treatment as ordered and consistent with rehab goals. c.   Determines   equipment needs and   assists   the patient in obtaining assistive devices / adaptive equipment and wheelchairs. d. Instructs and trains patients and their families. e. Responsible for daily maintenance of the therapy areas and equipment. f.   Demonstrates   sound clinical reasoning during patient care to maximize outcome and safety. g. Accesses information for patient care.  ​
• Completes   accurate / timely   documentation. a.   Maintains   accurate   and   timely   documentation to include clinical interventions provided, discharge and equipment recommendations, charges, and prescriptions. b. Writes legible progress notes or other documentation which accurately reflects treatment received. c. accurately reports   the type   of services provided to each patient daily on billing sheets and   submits   them   in a timely manner .  ​
• Demonstrates   effective time management and meets productivity expectations. a. Meets productivity targets for work area   established   by supervisor. b. Adheres to a schedule. c. Is   timely   and punctual and is prepared for meetings.  ​
• Participates   in department / service / team specific decision making and problem solving that   impacts   patient care. a.   Participates   in team conferences and family conferences as   appropriate . b. Collaborates interventions with other team members towards an interdisciplinary approach. c. Actively   participates   in general staff and team meetings. d.   Identifies   opportunities for process improvement that   impacts   patient care. e.   Identifies   opportunities to expand supplies and equipment to enhance patient treatment options.  ​
• Participates in developmental activities for continued professional growth. a. Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency for self. b. Serves as a resource and preceptor for new   employees   and student orientation in specialty areas for occupational therapy service and   team-based   activities. c.   Participates   in development and implementation of goals / objectives for the program area as delegated by Clinical Supervisor or Management. d.   Participates   in-services and continuing education programs through development, and presentation for staff / students. e.   Participates   in clinical and administrative system development, data collection, and improvement implementation to assure   optimal   functioning of service area.   Participates in peer review, program   evaluation   and quality improvement activities regularly and for special projects as assigned.   g. Supervises PT students and volunteers. ​

Qualifications :   ​ ​

This position has a hiring range of : USD $39.25 - USD $64.71 / Yr.