Physical Therapist Acute Care (PRN) - Myrtle Beach

McLeod Health; Myrtle Beach (SC); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

McLeod Health in Myrtle Beach, SC is seeking a Physical Therapist to plan and administer physical therapy treatment plans designed to alleviate pain, restore function, prevent disabilities, and promote overall fitness and health of patients.

The role includes patient evaluations, plan of care development, progress documentation, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. A SC PT license and BLS certification are required; we are an equal opportunity employer.

Formación

• SC Physical Therapist license required.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong communication and patient education abilities.
• Ability to develop and adjust individualized care plans.

Responsabilidades

• Perform patient evaluations and document findings.
• Plan and administer physical therapy treatment programs.
• Document progress and treatment notes in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with physicians and care teams regarding patient progress.
• Maintain safe, organized clinical environment and equipment.

Conocimientos

Clinical evaluation

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Documentation

Safety procedures

Educación

SC Physical Therapist license

BLS Certification

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Job Summary: The Physical Therapist is responsible for planning and administering physical therapy treatment plans designed to alleviate pain, restore function, prevent disabilities, and promote overall fitness and health of patients.

Job Summary: The Physical Therapist is responsible for planning and administering physical therapy treatment plans designed to alleviate pain, restore function, prevent disabilities, and promote overall fitness and health of patients.

Completes patient evaluations based on information obtained through history, observation, subjective and objective measurements. Develops plan of care most appropriate to the patient’s learning style and therapeutic needs, communicating goals with the patient and/or family members, considering psycho-social, cultural and spiritual needs of patients and/or families.

Provides therapeutic interventions for a wide variety of physical and/or functional limitations related to, but not limited to musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiovascular, and developmental impairments, documenting progress with measurable and functional goals.

Maintain patient records according to hospital policy, completing evaluations, re-evaluations, progress and treatment notes, charges, and discharge summaries within departmental time guidelines.

Assists in adjusting schedules to accommodate changes in caseload in the department. Supervises operation of specific treatment team. Meets with PTA on regular basis to discuss patient and set goals.

Contributes to the overall performance of the department through professional development strategies, including, but not limited to competency training, clinical instructor, in service coordination, serving as a mentor in area of clinical expertise, program leader, attendance of meetings, and performance improvement ideas.

Demonstrates continued professional growth through setting goals and participating in education offerings, independently achieve and maintain CEU’s for SC LLR.

Communicates with physicians, other medical personnel and members of the interdisciplinary medical team regarding treatment provided, patient’s progress or complications, recommendations, and clarification of orders.

Utilizes appropriate health and safety equipment to protect both patients and staff. Ensures an orderly, clean and safe work area.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Licenses and Certifications:

Basic Life Support certification from AHA or American Red Cross

Physical Therapist license in South Carolina

About Us

Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area . With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds , including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.

About The Team

We are an equal opportunity employer.