Physical Therapist - FT - Day - Sign On Bonus - 20K
Physical Therapist - FT - Day - Sign On Bonus - 20K
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Position at Sharon Hospital
ATTENTION PHYSICAL THERAPISTS!!
SIGN ON BONUS OF $20000
Job Summary:
Responsible for evaluation planning directing and administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician to restore function and prevent disability following injury disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The staff therapist coordinates delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (RCNA PTA PTLA etc.).
The staff therapist participates in operational aspects of the department maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Provides input in formulating budget assists in evaluating department performance versus budget controls and takes appropriate action to remain in budget guidelines. Ensures that patient changes are accurate and entered on a timely basis. Participates in all infection control departmental equipment training organizational safety and fire safety programs.
for direction of the Physical Therapy Department certified staff including.
Physical Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides and Restorative CNAs.
2. Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect recommends change to physician as
needed.
3. Ability to perform an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy
requested and provided and reassessments as per policy. This includes neonate pediatric
adolescent geriatric patients and the general patient population.
4. Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in
rehabilitation makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
5. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and
reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
6. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates
effectiveness of learning family is included in teaching as appropriate.
7. Demonstrates knowledge of physical therapy modalities.
8. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses
psychosocial cultural ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
9. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department
cleanliness and safety.
10. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of
the plan of care.
11. Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians staff and administrative team.
12. Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients needs are met and hospital
policy is followed.
13. Maintains records pertinent to personnel and operation of the department.
14. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible organized and function under stressful situations.
15. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other
departments.
16. Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and
performance improvement activities.
17. Documentation meets current standards and policies.
18. Assists with orientation and inservice training for certified department staff members
participates in guidance and educational programs.
19. Provides evaluation of certified staff including interviewing hiring evaluating and
termination
20. Uses the principles of AIDET in every customer encounter
21. Completes other duties as assigned and required.
REQUIREMENTS
- Current State of Connecticut Physical Therapy Licensure
- Bachelors degree in physical therapy
- 3 or more years of previous experience
- Current BCLS certification preferable
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Significant occupational risk
Physical Effort:
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt odors noise human waste etc.
Company: Sharon Hospital
Org Unit: 1280
Department: Physical Therapy
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $40.43 $75.10 Hourly
Employment Type
Full-Time
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