SRH- Physical Therapist- Per Diem- West Roxbury SNF

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Network is seeking an experienced per diem Physical Therapist for ourWest RoxburySkilled Nursing Facility (SNF) to provide physical therapy services to our residents. Must be a graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Program; current MA State license in Physical Therapy required clinical experience required. Provide each patient with a complete age appropriate evaluation and accurately interpret evaluation findings. The evaluation should reflect patient/resident history relevant systems review and appropriate tests and measures. The evaluation should identify all pertinent patient problems and present resources with consideration for patients age goals cultural and religious background. In addition the evaluation should predict the expected outcome and reflect realistic objective goals for patient performance. Develop and execute a treatment program which reflects an understanding of patients age and situation including discharge plan. The program reflects input from patient family and team members. Select treatment procedures that efficiently address the patients needs with consideration given to system and home constraints. Treatment programs utilize appropriate physical therapy procedures and include ongoing patient and family education. Execute home visits when indicated. Ensure procurement of equipment and services prior to discharge. Regularly reassess patient status and modify and revise goals plan or treatments as appropriate. Document all patient information within established time lines thoroughly accurately and on appropriate forms. Provide timely written information to other health care providers insurance representatives or equipment vendors. Accurately document administrative information for the department. Orient train and mentor the following persons: department orientees PTAs support personnel other health professionals student affiliates or interns. Completes tasks in a timely manner. Is punctual and attends required meetings including staff meetings team meetings and committee meetings. Meet or exceed established level of productivity per day. Manage equipment and space efficiently and effectively. Participates in program development and quality improvement activities as requested. Exhibits courtesy compassion and respect to patients families visitors physicians and coworkers and adheres to established customer service standards.

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Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist program Licensed (and in good standing) as a physical therapist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Safely execute all job responsibilities without risking injury to self or patients. Demonstrates the ability to assess and interact with patients and families using the theories of human growth and development family systems and cultural background. Basic Skills / Abilities Required: Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills with the English language. Must demonstrate basic skills in math and computer science. Must demonstrate appropriate knowledge of physical therapy examination evaluation and treatment techniques to manage the rehabilitation population at SRH. Must demonstrate the ability to perform modify and record all physical therapy skills with relevance to appropriate thoroughness and sequencing. Must demonstrate effective problemsolving skills for physical therapy evaluation interpretation treatment planning and taking into consideration patients age psychosocial cultural and religious background. Must demonstrate basic skills in teaching others and selfassessment of learning needs strengths and professional goals. May maintain variable work schedule depending on hospital/program needs to provide patient care (evening holidays weekends and travel). Behavioral Performance Skills Required: Decision Making and Problem Solving Must be able to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and realistic understanding of issues: able to use reason even when dealing with emotional topics; be able to review facts and weigh options. Customer Focus Able to demonstrate a high level of service delivery; do what is necessary to ensure customer satisfaction; deal with service failures and prioritize customer needs. Exhibits courtesy compassion and respect to patients families visitors physicians and coworkers and adheres to established customer service standards. Communication Able to clearly present information through the spoken or written word; read and interpret information; talk with patients; listen well. Teamwork Must be able to share due credit with coworkers; display enthusiasm and promote a friendly group working environment; work closely with other departments/programs as necessary; support group decisions and solicit opinions from coworkers; display team spirit. Flexibility Able to remain openminded and change opinions on the basis of new information; perform a wide variety of tasks and change focus quickly as demands change; manage transitions effectively form task to task; adapt to varying customer needs. Coping Able to maintain a solutionoriented approach while dealing with interpersonal conflict; hazardous conditions personal rejection or time demands. Commitment to Task Must be able to take responsibility for actions and outcomes and persist despite obstacles; demonstrate dependability in difficult circumstances and show a sense of urgency about getting results. Attention to Detail / Safety Awareness Able to be alert in a high risk environment; follow detailed procedures and ensure accuracy in documentation and data; carefully monitor gauges instruments or processes; concentrate on routine work details; and organize and maintain a system of records. Understands limitations and requests assistance appropriately. Interpersonal Ability Must be able to develop rapport with others and recognize their concerns and feelings; build and maintain a longterm association based on trust; help others. Planning Prioritizing and Goal Setting Must be able to prepare for emerging customer needs; manage multiple projects; determine project urgency in a meaningful and practical way; use goals to guide actions and create detailed action plans; organize and schedule people and tasks. For the Physical Therapist the working condition is primarily defined by the patient environment. 1. Delivery of physical therapy services takes place in any/or all common areas and grounds and the patient care units including but not limited to the patient(s) bed room unit hallways unit therapy gym bathroom and kitchen. Regulation of environmental temperature cleanliness and materials storage is defined by hospital standards for all employees. 2. Candidate must be able to perform any or all of these physical demand elements at any given moment: Element Percent of Time Bending/stretching 75 Walking/mobility 75 Stair climbing 25 Standing 75 Sitting in One Spot 25 Lifting above Head 010lbs) 10 Lifting/carrying 50 lbs) 50 Pushing/pulling 100 lbs) 50 Speaking clearly 100 Hearing/Speech 100 Seeing 100 3. Candidate is expected to perform patient handling and transfers of various sized and mobility levels with assistance of mechanical aids other personnel or alone as appropriate to patient variables. 4. Candidate must demonstrate motor coordination and dexterity for implementation of therapeutic techniques manipulation of therapy materials and documentation. 5. Candidate is exposed to psychological stress of interaction with individuals who may have psychological and emotional deficits and medical instability. 6. There is potential exposure to blood blood products and body fluids. External and internal applicants as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions (listed within each job specific responsibility) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a casebycase basis. If you are seeking a career dedicated to helping others find their strength we invite you to consider a job with the Spaulding Rehabilitation Network. In addition to a quality work environment Spaulding offers excellent benefits and many opportunities for advancement. You will experience the pride that comes from knowing you are part of a network of providers renowned for their worldclass care.At the Spaulding Rehabilitation Network were proud of the national recognition we have received for our patient programs and services. Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Boston has consistently been recognized by U.S. News and World Reports as among the top rehabilitation hospitals in the country earning highest honors in 2011/12 with a #5 ranking and is the only rehabilitation hospital in New England ranked each year since 1995. The Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center North End was ranked as one of the best nursing homes in Massachusetts by U.S. News and World Reports. Spaulding Hospital North Shore has been recognized by the National Association of Long Term Hospitals (NALTH) with a quality award for reducing infection rates because of improved patient care processes. Our skilled nursing facilities have each achieved quality recognition from The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living. Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center North End achieved Step 1 Quality Awards with Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center West Roxbury and The Clark House having achieved the notable distinction of a Step 2 award. Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Boston has been honored as one of only a handful of hospitals nationwide authorized by the U.S. Military to treat returning soldiers injured in Iraq and Afghanistan. Spaulding Boston was the first hospital in New England to successfully treat and discharge a soldier to home and continues to care for soldiers today. Spaulding clinicians and case managers have begun knowledgesharing programs to support the military as it expands rehabilitation services for veterans. All of our facilities are accredited by the Joint Commission. Spaulding Rehabilitation Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.