Physical Therapist Inpatient Rehab Med Physical Therapy, Per Diem
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Job Location:
New London, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
01-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
- Evaluate plan direct and administer Physical Therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician performing all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
- Has skills in the inpatient settings to effectively provide Physical Therapy evaluations and treatments to acute and swing level patients.
- Should be flexible and responsive to providing care in alternative settings such as the Outpatient Rehab clinic Emergency Department PACU Express Care or other identified area of need.
- Should at minimum be familiar with best practice and common treatments for inpatient and swing rehabilitation pathologies such as but not limited to; orthopedics neurological conditions asthenia due to illness and general pathophysiology of common disease (Pneumonias Cancers Lupus Multiple Sclerosis etc.).
- Should be proficient with rendering common treatment techniques such as but not limited to; manual therapy neuro rehab techniques exercise modalities and use of functional activities to help patients reach maximum function.
Responsibilities
Clinical Practice:
- Administers treatments and occupational agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort 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.
- Observes and evaluates treatment affect. Recommends change to physician if needed.
- Performs an appropriate evaluation and assessment on each patient as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments as per policy.
- Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
- Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate.
- Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial cultural ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
- Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety.
- Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
- Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians staff and administrative team.
- Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
- Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
Administrative:
- Directs appropriate Physical Therapy Department staff including: Physical Therapist Assistants; Rehabilitation Aides/Mobility Technicians; Physical Therapy or Physical Therapist Assistant certification applicants; and/or Physical Therapy or Physical Therapist Assistant students.
- Maintains records pertinent to the personnel and operation of the department.
- Meets current clinical documentation standards and policies.
- Assists with orientation and in-service training for certified department staff members.
- Participates in guidance and educational programs.
- Uses approved abbreviations when recording information.
- Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis.
Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited school of Physical Therapy or equivalent.
- Experience in providing Physical Therapy within the inpatient and swing setting is preferred.
- New graduates or other therapists who have not worked in an inpatient and/or swing setting may be considered.
Required Licensure/Certifications
REQUIRED LICENSE(S):
Licensed Physical Therapist with NH eligibility
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:
(BLS) Basic Life Support
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Physiology Knowledge
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
About Company
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics are a member of Dartmouth Health, providing healthcare services to patients across northern New England.
