Physical Therapist - Per Diem

IHA; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 64,747 - 86,788; Part time

Job summary

Holy Cross Health in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist for day shifts. This role requires assessing, planning and implementing physical therapy care for patients across all ages, in compliance with Maryland state law and the APTA Code of Practice and Ethics.

You will collaborate with physicians, staff and families to ensure high-quality care. Candidates must hold a Maryland PT license, a current CPR certification, and a degree (B.S./M.S./D.P.T.).

Qualifications

• Current Maryland license verified by the Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Current CPR certification.
• Graduate of an accredited program with a B.S., M.S. or D.P.T. in Physical Therapy.
• Adherence to the APTA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics.
• Ability to evaluate and treat patients in any hospital unit within scope of practice; English proficiency.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Willingness to become proficient with documentation, scheduling and charging systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan and implement physical therapy care and treatment per Maryland law and APTA Ethics.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to ensure quality care.
• Provide assessment and care for patients from neonates to geriatrics.
• Apply growth and development principles appropriate to each patient’s age.
• Participate in department guidelines and best practices as training may require.
• Support Holy Cross Health’s mission and values.

Skills

CPR Certification

Education

B.S./M.S./D.P.T. in Physical Therapy

Job description

Benefits

• Quality of Life: Flexible work schedules
• Location: Silver Spring

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day Shift

Position Highlights

• Competitive salary
• Quality of Life: Flexible work schedules
• Advancement: Career growth opportunities
• Location: Silver Spring

Shift Details

• Shift - Rotating with weekends and holidays
• Per Diem

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessing, planning and implementing the physical therapy care and treatment of patients in an effective and professional manner in accordance with Maryland State law and the American Physical Therapy Association Code of Practice and Ethics.
• Collaborates with physicians, medical professionals, staff and families to ensure quality care.
• Therapists provide assessment and care for patients of all ages from the neonates through the geriatric patient.
• Therapists utilize the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patients’ age to meet the unique needs of each patient.
• Additional training may be required to work with specified groups of patients as determined by department guidelines and best practice.
• Supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital.

What You Will Need

• Current Maryland license verified by the Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Current CPR certification
• Graduate of an accredited school with a B.S., M.S. or D.P.T. degree in Physical Therapy
• Adheres to the APTA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics
• Must be able to evaluate and treat patients in any hospital unit within professional scope of practice ads, writes, speaks, and comprehends the English language
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays
• Must be willing and able to become proficient on basic computer systems utilized for documentation, scheduling and charging systems.

Pay Range: $54.97/hr

Pay is based on experience, skills and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

About Us

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves more than 240,000 individuals each year from Maryland's two largest counties — Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Holy Cross Health earns numerous national awards, clinical designations and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative, high-quality health care services.

We were named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for 2021.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.