Physical Therapist Part-Time/PRN

Tech9; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech9 is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to join our patient rehabilitation team. You will provide therapy and rehabilitation services to patients in our facility, developing plans of treatment to promote safe recovery and independence.

A compassionate approach will help patients across varied injuries and ages achieve meaningful mobility. You will evaluate progress, coordinate with other healthcare professionals, document outcomes, and guide patients and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PT degree and state license.
• Experience in a fully equipped PT facility required.
• Ability to create and implement Plan of Treatment with patient involvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing PT evaluations per APTA and state standards.
• Develop and implement Plan of Treatment with short & long-term goals.
• Document patient progress in facility records.
• Coordinate with other healthcare professionals involved in care.
• Refer patients to specialists when appropriate.
• Support in-home care planning after treatment as needed.
• Maintain professional knowledge through continuing education.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Plan of Treatment

APTA standards

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Empathy and motivation

Patient education

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Maryland Physical Therapy License

BLS Certification

Tools

Hydrotherapy equipment

Traction equipment

Ultrasound/physical agents

Ultraviolet/infrared therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist Job OverviewWe are looking for an experienced Physical Therapist to join our patient rehabilitation team and provide therapy and rehabilitations services to patients in our physical therapy facility. The ideal candidate is a compassionate healer who is passionate about their patients and committed to helping them recover their independence and mobility. We’re looking for someone with experience working with a wide range of patient injuries and age groups, who is always ready to learn new techniques to further patient care. The person hired for the Physical Therapist position would partner with new and ongoing patients in our facility to create a Plan of Treatment consisting of the appropriate exercises, procedures and techniques required to promote effective, safe recovery. They will be responsible for coordinating with any healthcare professionals that are working with their patients and referring patients to specialists when appropriate. The right candidate is a patient, compassionate professional who encourages and inspires their patients to work toward greater independence and recovery.Responsibilities for Physical TherapistPerform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to APTA standards of practice as well as state standards.Develop Plan of Treatment for each patient based on initial and ongoingevaluations including short and long-term goals, collaboration demands of other staff members, and required patient and caregiver involvement.Implement Plan of Treatment on a consistent schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to patient progress.Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.Evaluate mobility, strength and current level of patient function, while setting goals to improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and realistically attainable.Report patient progress to patient, patient caregivers and loved ones, facility staff and healthcare professionals involved in ongoing treatment/care of patients.Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Treatment with appropriate in-home care services, if necessary.Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, etc.Assist other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly and effective environment for rehabilitation and physical therapy.Qualifications for Physical TherapistProven record of matching patient needs to treatment plans and proven record of implementing these plans safely and effectively.Strong experience administering a wide range of physical therapy techniques not limited to: giving massages; applying physical agents; initiating traction; utilizing hydrotherapy tanks and whirlpool baths, ultraviolet / infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.Experience assisting and directing treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants.Knowledge of responsible use of facility equipment, best practices for equipment use and preventative maintenance procedures.Experience with recommending assistive equipment to patients and outpatient or home health follow-up programs.Experience with a wide range of patient age groups and injuries.Knowledge of Occupational Therapy and an understanding of when these techniques can benefit patients.A strong sense of empathy, a compassionate outlook on physical therapy and the ability to motivate patients into pushing their limits in a responsible, safe way.RequirementsTwo (2) years of experience providing physical therapy to patients in a fully equipped PT facilityBachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from a physical therapy program approved by the American Physical Therapy AssociationCurrent Physical Therapy License for State of Maryland.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (with AED) required.E04JI8020gtr4099pgt