Physical Therapist, Martha's Vineyard Hospital

PURPOSE The primary purpose of your job is to plan, organize, develop, and administer physical therapy services in accordance with current applicable Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and established policies and procedures as directed by the Administrator, to assure that the highest degree of quality care and safety can be maintained. DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY You are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. JOB FUNCTIONS Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position. • Evaluate each patient, establish treatment plan and goals in cooperation with referring physician and patient. • Directly administer this treatment to patient or supervise treatments by department personnel. • Review department policies, procedures, manuals, job descriptions, etc., at least annually. • Maintain treatment records, progress notes and statistics as required. • Represent the facility and participate in meetings as directed. • Ensure rehab receptionist receives charges for physical therapy rendered to patients. • Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, etc. to keep abreast of current changes in the health care field and to maintain professional status. • Evaluate and treat all age groups including pediatrics, adolescents, adult and geriatrics. • Assume supervision responsibilities of Physical Therapy Manager as delegated by Physical Therapy Manager. • Maintain patient confidentiality and patient rights at all times. • Be alert for patient safety at all times. • Continuously monitor the condition of equipment. • Communicate patient status, goals and treatment plan with other relevant disciplines and staff members. • Demonstrate competence in basic knowledge and direct clinical skills. • Evaluate for age‑appropriate behavior motor skills and physiological norms of the identified patients. • Recognize patients' psychological development and modify approaches accordingly. • Recognize potential lifestyle changes resulting from illness that will interfere with the discharge plan and develop plan accordingly. • Identify increased physical/emotional dependency needs and evaluate availability of support system for the defined patients. • Use interview/communication techniques that are appropriate for the age. • Assess patients for signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect and refer to appropriate personnel and/or community agency. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Physical Therapist with MA license EXPERIENCE Must have, as minimum, experience as a therapist in a hospital, SNF or other related medical facility Must have training in rehabilitation and restorative therapy practices COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS We are offering a generous sign‑on bonus of $15,000.00 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we are eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process. Position is full time, 40 hours/week. New graduates are welcome to apply! EEO STATEMENT Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr