Physical Therapist, CMR Unit

ACHE; Pikesville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

ACHE is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive therapy services in Maryland. You will assess patients, develop and adjust individualized treatment plans, and document progress in the medical record.

The role emphasizes patient education, collaboration with the care team, and adherence to professional standards. Key duties include mentoring clinical staff, delivering patient-centered care, and contributing to performance improvement initiatives, while maintaining

Qualifications

• Strong verbal, written, and non-verbal communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills to establish rapport with patients.
• Ability to work with a diverse healthcare team.
• Ability to manage time and set priorities.
• Confidential handling of patient information.
• Ability to operate medical/therapeutic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services per standards and policies.
• Assess patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Document evaluations and care in medical records.
• Communicate results and plans to patients and families.
• Provide therapy education and counseling to individuals.
• Mentor clinical team members and students where eligible.
• Deliver patient-centered care with safety and quality focus.
• Suggest improvements to therapies and processes.
• Escalate and help resolve clinical/operational issues.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Equipment operation

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Licensed Maryland PT

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Requirements

$10,000 Sign On Bonus

Primary Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.

• Performs physical therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted standards, Maryland Department of Health Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, code of ethics, and departmental and/or organizational policies and procedures.
• Performs patient assessments and develops individualized treatment plan programs for clients/patients to improve movement, manage pain, and/or prevent injury. Develops and maintains long- and short-term treatment objectives and re-evaluates and modifies treatment programs as necessary.
• Records patient evaluations, re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record, in accordance with departmental documentation standards.
• Informs patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members of evaluation results and plan for treatment and refers for further evaluation.
• Plans and provides therapy education and counseling to individuals.
• Provides mentorship and training to clinical team members and/or students as eligible based on departmental needs.
• Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and suggests areas for improvement to colleagues in a tactful and considerate manner. Proposes performance improvement topics and alternate treatment techniques to improve therapy services.
• Reports clinical and operational issues to departmental leadership and assists in their resolution to assure high quality care and efficient departmental operations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Work Experience

Education & Experience - Required

• Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree required. Bachelor's or Master's degree accepted if licensed prior to 2016 (per previous licensing requirement)
• Experience: None

Licensure/Certifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Maryland
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to access, review, and integrate information from a variety of sources to develop a treatment plan.
• Strong verbal, written, and non-verbal communication skills, including the ability to instruct others.
• Interpersonal skills to enable the therapist to establish and maintain rapport with patient as part of the therapeutic relationship.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team.
• Ability to manage time and set priorities according to the demands of the job.
• Ability to conceptualize and problem-solve in the management of the patient.
• Ability to break down functional tasks to achieve patient centered goals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and patients.
• Ability and willingness to adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with patients and team members.
• Ability to effectively use various pieces of medical and therapeutic equipment.