Acute Care PT — High-Impact Role with PRN Rates

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

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking an Acute Care Physical Therapist for MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. Responsibilities include initial assessments, planning, implementation, and documentation within professional standards.

Role involves interdisciplinary collaboration and staff development. Requires DC licensure eligibility and 1-2 years of rehab/acute care experience; BLS certification and CEU maintenance are expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• DC licensure eligibility required.
• 1-2 years clinical experience in rehabilitation or acute care.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Maintains required CEUs to keep license.

Responsibilities

• Provides initial assessment, re-assessment, and treatment planning per standards.
• Documents interventions, discharge and equipment recommendations accurately.
• Manages daily equipment and treatment area maintenance; ensures patient safety.
• Collaborates with team; participates in staff development and education activities.
• Supervises students/volunteers and supports program development.

Skills

Clinical experience in PT

Documentation skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

DC licensure eligibility

AHA BLS certification

CEU maintenance

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking an Acute Care Physical Therapist for MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. Responsibilities include initial assessments, planning, implementation, and documentation within professional standards.

Role involves interdisciplinary collaboration and staff development. Requires DC licensure eligibility and 1-2 years of rehab/acute care experience; BLS certification and CEU maintenance are expected.