Position: Physical Therapist, Inpatient Acute Care
Department: Inpatient Physical Therapy
Schedule:Per Diem, Days
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Staff Physical Therapist conducts comprehensive assessments of inpatients with physical and functional deficits, planning and implementing individual physical therapy treatments to achieve the highest possible level of independence. Collaborates with other disciplines to arrange for appropriate follow-up care and facilitates a successful return to home and work environments. Provides student training according to departmental guidelines and participates in continuous education. Is encouraged to assist in interdisciplinary research.
Reporting to the Rehabilitation Therapies Supervisor/Manager, the Staff Physical Therapist conducts comprehensive assessments of in and outpatients with physical and functional deficits, planning and implementing individual/group physical therapy treatments to promote mobility, reduce pain, restore function, prevent permanent disability and restore independence, using various treatment techniques. Collaborates with other disciplines to arrange for appropriate follow-up care and facilitates a successful return to home and work environments. Provides student training according to departmental guidelines and participates in continuous education.
EDUCATION:
Work requires a graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
Work requires a current Commonwealth of Massachusetts license.
APTA membership preferred.
Requires a current AHA BLS CPR certification.
EXPERIENCE:
At least 1 year of acute care experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Work requires interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients, families and various members of the health care team.
Work requires analytical abilities sufficient to evaluate patients’ condition, capabilities and progress to develop appropriate treatment programs.
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