OT or PT (Lymphedema) - Spaulding Outpatient

Spaulding Hospital Cape Cod; East Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Spaulding Hospital Cape Cod in East Greenwich, RI is hiring an OT or PT specializing in lymphedema to assist patients in maximizing their physical performance. The role includes evaluating and adjusting treatments, providing in-service education, and establishing patient care plans.

Successful candidates must possess a relevant degree, a Rhode Island Physical Therapist license, and experience is preferred. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is required.
• Licensure from 2016 onward requires completion of a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.
• Experience in completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities.
• Evaluate effects of treatment and adjust to achieve maximum benefit.
• Establish a plan of care based on patient assessment.
• Document goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Tools

Electronic Medical Record systems

Job description

OT or PT (Lymphedema) - Spaulding Outpatient

Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restores Patient Physical Functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistive and supportive devices.

Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is required. For licensure prior to 2016, a bachelor's or master's degree is acceptable; licensure from 2016 onward requires completion of a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care.
• Provides in-service education programs personnel as needed.
• Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
• Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family.
• Participates in system-wide quality process improvement.
• Supervises PTAs as needed according to organization policy and state regulations.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy required or
• Master's Degree Physical Therapy preferred or
• Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Physical Therapist [Rhode Island License] - required
• Basic Life Support - required
• Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - preferred

Experience

• Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems.
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Teaching others how to do something.
• Excellent problem solving, case management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.

Spaulding Rehabilitation, East Greenwich, RI

PT or OT w/ Lymphedema experience

Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.