Physical Therapist Intern Unlicensed

MedStar Health; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 2,535,000 - 4,097,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Intern - Unlicensed who is a current Physical Therapy student or recent graduate. The role includes mentorship by a licensed PT and responsibilities for evaluation, treatment planning, and documentation of patient care within department standards.

Participation in educational activities and special projects is expected, with opportunities to develop clinical skills and professional conduct under supervision.

Qualifications

• Detailed oriented and meticulous with strong written and oral communication.
• Willingness to be trained in preparation to become a Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care under supervision of a PT clinical instructor or designee.
• Performs evaluation, reevaluation, and treatment planning and implementation.
• Maintains accurate, timely documentation of patient records and charges.
• Participates in team and family conferences as appropriate.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Attention to detail

Willingness to be trained

Education

PT program student

Recent PT graduate

Job description

About this Job:

General Summary of PositionThe individual in this role is required to be a current Physical Therapy student or recent graduate. The Physical Therapist Intern - Unlicensed will receive extra mentorship and development by a DC/Maryland/Virginia licensed PT. He/she will be responsible for initial evaluation reevaluation treatment planning treatmentimplementation reporting and documentation of all referred patients within departmental and professional standards. The incumbent will also participate in educational activities and special projects as assigned by the department.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Provides effective and efficient patient care under the mentorship of a Physical Therapist clinical instructor or designee.Provides patient care duties as it relates to the respective clinical service following accreditation guidelines professional code of ethics and standards of practice which include: evaluation/reevaluation treatment and discharge planning and implementation and resultant documentation.Maintains accurate and timely documentation to include patient records charges and prescriptions.Participates in team conferences and family conferences as appropriate.

Minimal QualificationsEducation

Current student within a Physical Therapy program required orRecent graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy required

Experience

Satisfaction of all prerequisite coursework requiredBe eligible for an internship through your program or school required

Licenses and Certifications

CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days requiredAdditional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Detailed oriented and meticulous while maintaining excellent written and oral communication skills.Willingness to be trained in preparation to being equipped to becoming a Physical Therapist.This position has a hiring range of : USD $18.40 - USD $29.74 /Hr.