Physical Therapist I, Outpatient

University of Maryland Medical System; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Maryland is looking for a Licensed Physical Therapist to provide direct care and develop treatment plans for patients. You will engage in patient evaluations, participate in performance improvement activities, and ensure adherence to physical therapy standards. This role offers competitive benefits, including generous paid time off, healthcare coverage, and career advancement opportunities. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and be licensed in Maryland.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Maryland.
• Current ACLS or BCLS certification.
• 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Maryland.
• Current ACLS or BCLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physical therapy services through evaluation and treatment planning.
• Perform direct physical therapy services to patients.
• Record patient evaluations and care provided.
• Assumes responsibility to resolve or report clinical and operational issues to department leadership.
• Demonstrates interdisciplinary, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.

Skills

Patient care

Therapeutic techniques

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ACLS certification

BCLS certification

Job description

Company Description

At Shore Regional Health, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on patients and families. You’ll experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense of collegiality unlike any other. Our comprehensive system has many locations and practice options to choose from throughout the beautiful Eastern Shore of Maryland.

Job Requirements

As a team member of UM Shore Rehabilitation Services in Easton you will enjoy:

• One‑on‑one patient care. We differentiate ourselves from most outpatient therapy practices by having our therapists work with one patient at a time. We believe this allows us to achieve the best treatment outcomes and offers the best experience for our patients.
• Generous paid time off. Full time salaried clinical staff accrue a total of 27 days paid time off per year in each of the first five years of employment – 7 holidays plus four full weeks of vacation/sick time off. This increases to a total of 32 days paid time off per year after five years of service. (Part time salaried clinical staff accrue paid time off on a pro‑rated basis.)
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 4% employer match.
• Healthcare benefits. Highly competitive and affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance equivalent to one year’s salary paid by the employer with the ability to purchase additional coverage.
• Paid subscription to MedBridge for CEUs and patient education resources.
• Career ladder advancement opportunities.

Job Description

Deliver physical therapy services through evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.

Principal Responsibilities And Tasks

• Performs direct physical therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted physical therapy standards, State of Maryland Physical Therapy Practice Act, code of ethics, and departmental procedures.
• Records patient evaluations, re‑evaluations and care provided in the medical record, in accordance with departmental documentation standards.
• 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 physical therapy services.
• Assumes responsibility to resolve or report clinical and operational issues to department leadership for resolution, to assure high quality care, and efficient departmental operations.
• Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient centered care and delivers excellent customer service.

Qualifications

Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Maryland
• Current ACLS or BCLS certification

The employee in this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on the age of the patients served. He/she must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status, to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs, and to provide the necessary care as described in the department’s policies and procedures.