Physical Therapist Department Supplemental Tier B

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC); Baltimore (MD); Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC) is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate patient needs and develop treatment plans. The role requires a BS in Physical Therapy, a Maryland license, and strong communication and organizational skills.

The successful candidate will assess patient functions, implement interventions, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient care quality. A pay range of $36.37 - $59.64 is offered, with final salary based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifikationen

• Current Maryland license as a Physical Therapist.
• CPR Certification (Healthcare Provider).
• 2 years related experience preferred.

Aufgaben

• Evaluates the patient's functional status including review of medical history.
• Communicates with multidisciplinary team members regarding patient progress.
• Implements therapeutic interventions as per treatment plans.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of physical therapy theories, practices and standards

Skill in oral and written communication

Skill in organization

Ability to evaluate patient function and develop treatment plans

Ability to manage an average caseload of up to 2 patients per hour

Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service skills

Ausbildung

BS in Physical Therapy

Jobbeschreibung

Under general supervision, the Physical Therapist delivers PT services through evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans in accordance with the Maryland Physical Therapy Practice Act. The incumbent also assists with the overall operation of the Department.

Education

BS in Physical Therapy

Licensures / Certifications

• Current Maryland license as a Physical Therapist
• CPR Certification (Healthcare Provider)

Experience

None. 2 years related experience preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of physical therapy theories, practices and standards
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Skill in organization
• Ability to set priorities and schedule patients utilizing time efficiently
• Ability to evaluate patient function, develop treatment plans and monitor patient progress
• Ability to manage an average caseload of up to 2 patients per hour
• Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service skills

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluates the patient's functional status including review of medical history, diagnosis, and physician's prescription
• Observes and interviews patient/caregiver
• Applies appropriate assessment procedures
• Determines short and long-term goals with patient/caregiver input and establishes a plan of care based upon goals and evaluation results
• Implements therapeutic interventions, progresses treatment plan, and teaches patients/caregivers activities to reinforce interventions, providing/fitting appropriate assistive devices and recognizing patient distress signals that require follow-up
• Documents evaluations/re-evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes and discharge summaries; records data required for statistics, billing, and quality improvement activities as appropriate
• Utilizes the assistance of Physical Therapist Assistants, Rehab Techs, and volunteers as appropriate; provides supervision to the above as required by regulations
• Communicates with multidisciplinary team members both formally and informally, discussing evaluation findings, patient progress and other pertinent information
• Communicates with patients/caregivers to allay anxieties, seek input and elicit cooperation
• Participates in discharge planning with interdisciplinary team, recommending appropriate assistance and continuation of the rehabilitation program
• Participates in performance improvement activities, collecting data and suggesting areas for improvement
• Resolving unit issues/problems, developing resolutions and following up with both departmental staff and unit

Pay Range: $36.37 - $59.64

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.