Outpatient Physical Therapist Float - Spaulding Cape Cod

Physical Therapist

Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restores patient physical functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistant and supportive devices.

Does this position require patient care? Yes. Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day. Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit. Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care. Provides inservice education programs for nursing personnel as needed. Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation. Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family. Participates in hospital-wide quality process improvement. Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.

Qualifications

Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No. Licenses and Credentials: BLS/AHA - required. Physical Therapist [Massachusetts License] - required. Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - preferred.

Experience: Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program. 1-2 years preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of medical terminology. Excellent organizational skills. Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems. Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. Teaching others how to do something. Excellent problem solving, case management and communication skills. Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.

Additional Job Details (if applicable): 8% Premium Pay up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Float for Sandwich/Hyannis/Orleans. Remote Type: Onsite. Work Location: 311 Service Road. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40. Employee Type: Regular. Work Shift: Day (United States of America). Pay Range: $97291.58 - $117,696.80/Annual.

EEO Statement: 1500 Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources.