SAH Inpatient Physical Therapist PD

Physical Therapist

The Physical Therapist reports directly to the Clinical Manager and/or Assistant Clinical Manager (ACM)/Supervisor of their respective department and may receive clinical guidance from senior staff and/or clinical specialists. The Physical Therapist completes comprehensive examinations of body structure to determine functional impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions. The Physical Therapist establishes diagnosis and prognosis; develops an individualized plan of care; implements treatment interventions; and performs on-going evaluations throughout episode of care.

Principal Duties

• Examines and evaluates patients
• Establishes diagnosis, prognosis, and individualized plans of care
• Implements treatment intervention based on plan of care, considering precautions, indications, and contradictions
• Directs and coordinates patients' rehabilitation plan of care
• Evaluates patients' progress and revises goals and plan of care accordingly
• Educates/Trains patients/caregivers
• Anticipates and communicates discharge/home needs and resources
• Completes documentation and charges accurately and timely, in compliance with department policy
• Completes clinical documentation reflecting eligibility/medical necessity of services in compliance with professional and regulatory standards
• Makes recommendations and referrals for additional diagnostic testing and/or services
• Consistently applies evidence-based practice to all aspects of clinical care
• Seeks additional guidance when necessary to assure safe and effective patient care
• Complies with hospital and departmental policies and guidelines
• Participates in strategic departmental quality improvement initiatives
• Supports and promotes departmental teamwork
• Completes mandatory departmental and hospital training

Additional Duties may include:

• Provides education to other hospital departments/personnel, students, and outside agencies/schools
• Demonstrates ability to flex schedule based on department, patient, and/or caregiver need
• Determines priorities according to departmental and patient care need
• Participates in community based professional events
• Participates in ongoing educational activities

Communication

• Demonstrates the highest level of communication and professionalism with patients, caregivers, rehabilitation staff, providers, and other health care professionals, both within Brown University Health and in the community.
• Exhibits effective and professional verbal and non-verbal communication
• Communicates clearly, respectfully, and honestly with patients and/or caregivers, and colleagues
• Communicates proactively with other caregivers involved in patients' care
• Adjusts communication and response to the level of understanding of the listener

Independent Action

• Refers specific complex problems to ACM/Supervisor and/or Clinical Manager when clarification of departmental policies and procedures is required
• Independently sets goals for professional development
• Membership and involvement in discipline specific professional organization and/or other clinically relevant organization is strongly encouraged

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution is required. Master or Doctorate level degree in Physical Therapy is preferred.
• Active Physical Therapist license in state in which they practice.
• Graduates awaiting examination may practice under a Graduate Physical Therapist (GPT) license in Rhode Island or a temporary Physical Therapy license in Massachusetts. Graduates must practice under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and pass their scheduled board examination.
• Active BLS certification.

Experience:

New graduates will be considered. Clinical experience in program specific settings is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibility:

A licensed Physical Therapist will be responsible for the supervision of physical therapist assistants, supportive personnel, volunteers, and students to ensure the safety and welfare of patients.

Pay Range:

$35.90-$59.23

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Saint Annes Hospital - 795 Middle Street Fall River, Massachusetts 02721

Work Type:

varied as needed shifts

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No