PHYSICAL THERAPIST- ACUTE CARE

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking Med-Surg Physical Therapists to join their team. This role is crucial in delivering high-quality physical therapy services that promote patient recovery and support interdisciplinary discharge planning. The ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in physical therapy, a DC license, and experience in inpatient rehabilitation. Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare in the D.C. region, where your expertise will significantly impact patients' lives. A relocation bonus is available for eligible candidates, making this opportunity even more enticing.

Benefits

Relocation bonus of $3,000

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy is required.
• DC License must be obtained before employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide Physical Therapy services in accordance with licensure and training.
• Serve as experts in functional mobility and rehabilitation.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality maintenance

Adaptability to changing priorities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy

Master’s degree in physical therapy

Job description

Responsibilities

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region.

Our Med-Surg Physical Therapists fulfill the needs of patients, families, and the community by providing Physical Therapy services in accordance with one’s licensure, certification, training, and regulatory requirements. They serve as the functional mobility and rehabilitation experts and are key stakeholders in patients’ functional recovery and interdisciplinary discharge planning.

$3,000 relocation bonus available (if applicable)

ARU PT Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy
• Master’s degree in physical therapy preferred
• Experience in Inpatient Rehabilitation setting required
• Must have DC License before start of employment
• Current certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals by AHA or Red Cross

Skills

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities

About GW Hospital: The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) is a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center