Physical Therapist - Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital TCU

Whittier Health Network; Bradford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility is looking for a Physical Therapist to work full time and part time in Bradford, England. The role requires evaluating and planning treatment for patients, documenting progress, and collaborating with a healthcare team. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and current licensure. Immediate availability is preferred for evening, night, and weekend shifts.',

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science /Master’s of Science degree in Physical Therapy, DPT from an APTA accredited college or university.
• Current licensure by the Board of Allied Health Professionals.
• Certification in BLS of Adult, Child and Infant.

Responsibilities

• Provides individualized evaluation, documentation of findings, and implementation of treatment plan.
• Assesses and implements appropriate treatment plans.
• Completes documentation on a timely basis.
• Delegates appropriate duties to assistants and personnel.
• Coordinates and organizes a full treatment caseload.

Job description

Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital - Bradford/Haverhill- TCU
20 Bed Transitional Care Unit
Physical Therapist(Full Time and Part Time needs)
Per Diem also available - $50
Differentials offered for evening, night and weekend shifts

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides individualized evaluation, documentation of findings and progress, comprehensive planning and implementation of treatment plan, patient/family education and determination of rehabilitation and patient goals under the direction of a physician.
• Assesses and implements appropriate treatment plans according to patient diagnosis and status, in accordance with the Physical Therapy Code of Ethics.
• Completes documentation (e.g., initial evaluation, daily flow sheets, weekly progress notes, discharge summaries and statistics) on a timely basis, as well as completes letters of justification for Durable Medical Equipment.
• Delegates appropriate duties to physical therapy assistants, aides and supportive personnel.
• Coordinates and organizes a full treatment caseload.
• Attends and reports at team conferences (TC), treating team conferences (TTC) and family team conferences (FTC).
• Seeks to provide or enhance staff, patient and family education through continuing education courses/seminars and review of current relevant literature.

Prerequisites:

• Bachelor of Science /Master’s of Science degree in Physical Therapy, DPT, from an APTA accredited college or university.
• Current licensure by the Board of Allied Health Professionals, Commonwealth of Massachusetts or application for the same.
• APTA in Massachusetts and/or New Hampshire chapter of APTA membership preferred.
• Certification in BLS of Adult, Child and Infant.
• Demonstrated pursuit of continuing education courses relative to the field of physical therapy.
• Knowledge, experience, and competency in dealing with adult rehabilitation and geriatric age group.