Physical Therapist

$10,000 Sign on Bonus for external candidates with a 2 year commitment All duties listed below are essential unless noted otherwise Applies knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served (infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric). Demonstrates competence, awareness, and sensitivity of the physical, emotional, and socio-psychological needs of infants through geriatrics. Conducts physical therapy evaluations. Demonstrates skill in appropriate selection, administration and interpretation of standardized and non-standardized assessments using age specific criteria for each age population served. Develops and implements a physical therapy treatment plan according to a valid prescription and in accordance with policies and procedures. Establishes a plan of care for each patient including mutually established goals, taking into account patient age and educational level. Progress toward goals will be documented and reported to the physician per departmental and applicable regulatory policy. Prepares and maintains accurate patient care records according to departmental protocols and demonstrate basic competency for completing accurate billing and electronic documentation. Demonstrates knowledge and skill to utilize departmental equipment safely and appropriately for patient care activities. Maintains clean and safe work environment to comply with hospital and department safety standards. Demonstrates professionalism in clinical practice. Understands and abides by ProMedica’s mission and values in all interactions with patients, visitors, and co-workers. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to advocate, communicate and educate patients of all age groups served including those with physical, emotional, language and cognitive impairments, taking into account age and educational level, as measured by competencies. Provides oversight and mentoring for PTA’s, students, and volunteers. Participates in program development, performance improvement projects and other committees as assigned. Manages and maintains productivity standards as established by the department. Provides physical therapy in a variety of clinical settings and may be required to travel between ProMedica locations. Performs other duties as directed. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education : Bachelor, Master, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy Skills : Must know and utilize theories of physical medicine. Years of Experience : N/A License : Current PT License in State of practice Certification : CPR SCHEDULE DETAILS Primarily Outpatient Flexible Schedule - Monday through Friday Weekend/Holiday coverage on a rotation The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the positions; it should not be considered exhaustive. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or other status protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace #J-18808-Ljbffr