Burn Rehab Therapist (PRN) — Restore Function & Life

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

Job summary

MedStar Health's Burn Rehabilitation Therapist opportunity at MedStar Washington Hospital Center seeks an experienced OT/PT to plan and deliver burn rehabilitation programs, assess function, and guide patients through home exercise plans.

You will join a multidisciplinary Burn Team, document progress, and adjust treatment plans while ensuring safety and patient education; DC license and AOTA/APTA registration are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational or Physical Therapy is required.
• AOTA/APTA registration is required or applicable by discipline.
• D.C. licensure as an Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients' physical and functional status within burn care to determine ROM, strength, mobility and ADLs.
• Selects therapy modalities to improve coordination, strength, ROM and scar management, setting goals and adjusting plans as progress occurs.
• Maintains a clean, safe work environment and follows universal precautions; documents progress in medical records.
• Participates in Burn Team rounds and discharges planning, developing home programs and recommending continued therapy.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational or Physical Therapy

Job description

MedStar Health's Burn Rehabilitation Therapist opportunity at MedStar Washington Hospital Center seeks an experienced OT/PT to plan and deliver burn rehabilitation programs, assess function, and guide patients through home exercise plans.

You will join a multidisciplinary Burn Team, document progress, and adjust treatment plans while ensuring safety and patient education; DC license and AOTA/APTA registration are required.