Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient Ortho.

General Summary of Position MedStar Health is looking for a Physical Therapist to join our team at Therapy - Oxon Hill! The ideal candidate will be a licensed physical therapist with professional competency as a general practitioner in physical therapy; demonstrate use of varied evaluation and treatment approaches; customer service skills for interacting with patients, including communicating with patients and family members of diverse ages and backgrounds; and effective communication. The Physical Therapist provides physical therapy services to patients, to include but not limited to screening and evaluation, treatment planning, treatment implementation, treatment re-assessment and revision, patient/client re-evaluation, discharge planning, and documentation in a variety of settings. The Physical Therapist participates as requested in program planning and protocol development and assists the team in meeting established goals. Primary Duties: Provides evaluation services including review of pertinent historical information, performance of specific assessments, determination of recommendations, and documentation of results. Explains evaluation findings and treatment plan to patient and family and incorporates them in goal setting. Demonstrates proficiency in implementation of treatment protocols based upon evaluation findings, the patient’s presentation, and the evolving health care environment; consults with other healthcare professionals as indicated; recognizes and documents changes in patient’s condition requiring modification of the plan of care or need for medical/rehabilitation consultation. Completes appropriate discharge planning and follow-up care; accurately and timely documents and charges for patient care activities, painting a clear picture of the patient’s course of care including initial evaluation/plan of care, daily encounter notes, interim progress summaries, and discharge evaluation. Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations; manages an accurate schedule; demonstrates professional commitment to providing frictionless patient access to care through flexibility, adaptability, creativity, and empathy in our patient consumer-driven environment. Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competence for self and organization; serves as a clinical instructor to assign students; assists with orientation and mentoring of inexperienced staff, students, volunteers, and technicians. Qualifications: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy. Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy. Licensure in Maryland, District of Columbia (DC), and/or Virginia, as required for specific location(s). American Heart Association’s BLS (Basic Life Support) for Healthcare Providers and CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation) certification. This position has a hiring range of $72,758 - $130,041. #J-18808-Ljbffr MedStar Health