Acute Care Physical Therapist — Hands-on Rehab Leader

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 74,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking an Acute Care Physical Therapist to join the team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. This role covers initial assessment, treatment planning, and documentation within professional standards, acting as a resource in the area of expertise.

The incumbent will participate in educational activities and staff development. Qualifications include an accredited PT degree, 1–2 years in rehab or acute care, and DC licensure eligibility plus BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Bachelor's degree, Certificate, basic level Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.
• Achieves minimum CEUs to maintain therapy license.
• 1-2 years Clinical experience in rehabilitation or acute care.
• DC licensure of eligibility and American Heart Association BLS Card.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial assessment, re-assessment, and treatment planning per standards.
• Document and report outcomes, and discharge recommendations.
• Manage equipment and assistive devices and train patients and families.
• Collaborate with the team and participate in staff development and education.

Skills

Acute care PT

Documentation & reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

DC licensure eligibility

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking an Acute Care Physical Therapist to join the team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. This role covers initial assessment, treatment planning, and documentation within professional standards, acting as a resource in the area of expertise.

The incumbent will participate in educational activities and staff development. Qualifications include an accredited PT degree, 1–2 years in rehab or acute care, and DC licensure eligibility plus BLS.