Physical Therapist II

Job Requirements

Work Schedule - Full-time - Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm EST

Pelvic Floor and Ortho Experienced Physical Therapist

Job Summary

Delivers advanced physical therapy services through the evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of physical therapy services. May lead or engage in professional development and performance improvement activities. Responsible for identifying, resolving, and/or escalating clinical and operational issues and assists in selection and maintenance of equipment.

Primary Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.
• Performs advanced physical therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted standards, Maryland Department of Health Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, code of ethics, and departmental and/or organizational policies and procedures.
• Performs patient assessments and develops individualized treatment plan programs for clients/patients to improve movement, manage pain, and/or prevent injury. Develops and maintains long- and short-term treatment objectives and re-evaluates and modifies treatment programs as necessary.
• Records patient evaluations, re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record in accordance with departmental documentation standards.
• Informs patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members of evaluation results and plan for treatment and refers for further evaluation.
• Plans and provides therapy education and counseling to individuals.
• Provides mentorship and training to clinical team members and/or students based on departmental needs.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.
• Participates, engages in, and/or may lead performance improvement activities, and other initiatives.
• Identifies, resolves, and/or escalates clinical and operational issues to department leadership for resolution to assure high quality care and efficient departmental operations.
• Assists in the selection, care, and maintenance of department diagnostic and treatment equipment, materials, and supplies and participates in decisions regarding the purchase of equipment.
• Engages in professional development and advancement activities such as learning opportunities or areas of improvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Experience

Education & Experience - Required
• Education : Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree required. Bachelor's or Master's degree accepted if licensed prior to 2016 (per previous licensing requirement)
• Experience: 1 year licensed Physical Therapist experience
• Licensure/Certifications:

o Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Maryland

o Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Ability to access, review, and integrate information from a variety of sources to develop a treatment plan.
• Strong verbal, written, and non-verbal communication skills, including the ability to instruct others.
• Interpersonal skills to enable the therapist to establish and maintain rapport with patient as part of the therapeutic relationship.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team.
• Ability to manage time and set priorities according to the demands of the job.
• Ability to conceptualize and problem-solve in the management of the patient.
• Ability to break down functional tasks to achieve patient centered goals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and patients.
• Ability and willingness to adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with patients and team members.
• Ability to effectively use various pieces of medical and therapeutic equipment.

Benefits

Compensation:

Pay Range: $42.64 - $64.00


Other Compensation (if applicable):

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