Physical Therapist - Inpatient

Origin Travel Nurses; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a skilled physical therapist to assist patients in achieving maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. The position involves evaluating treatment effects, establishing care plans, and supervising other therapy assistants. Ideal candidates will possess excellent organizational and communication skills, along with knowledge of medical terminology. This role offers a supportive service model with a primarily weekday schedule and occasional weekend work.

Qualifications

• Experience completing an internship or apprenticeship program.
• 1-2 years of related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance.
• Evaluate effects of treatment and adjust as necessary.
• Perform patient assessment and establish care plans.
• Document goals and progress of treatment.
• Supervise PTAs according to policies.
• Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Excellent organizational skills

Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems

Effective communication skills

Teaching skills

Problem solving

Case management

Communication skills

Knowledge of accreditation

Education

Internship or apprenticeship program

1-2 years experience

Job description

Acute Care

Position will have a primary team/service area; however, position will support a rotating service model. 8-hour day primarily M-F with anticipated weekend work once per month. If a weekend is worked, therapists will have a weekday off during the pay period. No holiday coverage anticipated.

Summary

Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restores Patient Physical Functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistant and supportive devices.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

• Completes billing sheet accurately by end of day.
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care.
• Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
• Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family.
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Supervises PTAs according to organization policy and state regulations.

Experience

Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program. 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems.
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Teaching others how to do something.
• Excellent problem solving, case management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.

State

MA

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Pride Global and its entities offer eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k) retirement savings, life and disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.