Pediatric Inpatient PT — Flexible Schedule & Growth

Brown University Health; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to perform comprehensive examinations, establish diagnoses and prognosis, and develop individualized plans of care for patients at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment interventions, coordinating rehabilitation plans, evaluating progress, and educating patients and caregivers while ensuring accurate documentation and timely billing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Master or Doctorate level degree in Physical Therapy is preferred.
• Active Physical Therapist license in state in which they practice.
• Graduates awaiting examination may practice under a GPT license in Rhode Island or a temporary license in Massachusetts.
• Active BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Examines and evaluates patients.
• Establishes diagnosis, prognosis, and individualized plans of care.
• Implements treatment interventions based on plan of care.
• Directs and coordinates patients’ rehabilitation plan of care.
• Evaluates patients’ progress and revises goals and plan of care accordingly.
• Educates/ trains patients/caregivers.
• Anticipates and communicates discharge/home needs and resources.
• Completes documentation and charges accurately and timely, in compliance with department policy.
• Completes clinical documentation reflecting eligibility/medical necessity of services.
• Makes recommendations/referrals for additional diagnostic testing or services.
• Applies evidence-based practice to clinical care.
• Seeks guidance when necessary to assure safe patient care.
• Complies with policies and participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Supports departmental teamwork and completes mandatory training.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Master or Doctorate level degree in Physical Therapy (preferred)

Active Physical Therapist license in state of practice

Active BLS certification

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to perform comprehensive examinations, establish diagnoses and prognosis, and develop individualized plans of care for patients at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment interventions, coordinating rehabilitation plans, evaluating progress, and educating patients and caregivers while ensuring accurate documentation and timely billing.