Physical Therapist - Inpatient - TFP - PRN - DCMC

Luminis Health; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 64,747 - 86,788; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Holidays & more

Job summary

Luminis Health in Lanham, MD seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate patients from neonatal to geriatric and to deliver therapy according to departmental standards. You will conduct evaluations and treatments, supervise Therapy Assistants, and participate in quality and patient-safety initiatives while documenting care and following hospital policies.

Applicants must have a BS in Physical Therapy, current Maryland license, and prior acute-care experience; AHA BLS CPR certification is

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current Maryland license as a Physical Therapist.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients across the lifespan and provides physical therapy per department standards.
• Conducts therapies and documents care; participates in productivity and log maintenance.
• Supervises staff Physical Therapist Assistants, aides, students, and volunteers.
• Engages in quality and patient safety initiatives and supports physicians and clinicians.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Job description

Position Objective

Evaluates patients, neonatal through geriatric, for physical therapy services and provides therapeutic intervention according to departmental standards. Assesses the appropriateness and effectiveness of services provided to patients and documents same according to departmental standards and the special needs of patients of all ages.

Essential Job Duties

• Conducts Physical Therapy evaluations and treatments, involving varied diagnoses and units, using a variety of appropriate treatment techniques and documents according to established departmental policies and procedures.
• Meets departmental productivity standards and completes productivity logs in a timely manner.
• Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives, engaging in excellent customer service practices, including following ICARE. Also consults and serves as a resource for physicians, nursing staff, and other clinicians to increase knowledge of Physical Therapy and to identify the need for Physical Therapy services for patients of all ages.
• Stays up to date on hospital policies, departmental requirements and process improvement initiatives by reading all correspondence (meeting minutes, weekly updates, etc) and participating in huddles. Responds to communication and requests in a timely fashion.
• Provides technical supervision, direction, and support to staff Physical Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapy Aides, students, and volunteers.

Educational/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy.
• Previous experience required; previous acute care experience preferred.

Required License/Certifications

• Current license in Physical Therapy by the Board of Physical Therapy Examiners of Maryland.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS CPR certification.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood‑borne pathogens.

The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Pay Range

$55—$55 USD

Luminis Health Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full‑time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
• Benefit offerings based on employment status