Physical Therapist PRN Inpatient Adult at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare system as a PRN Physical Therapist at a prestigious hospital in the Washington area. This role involves evaluating and treating patients, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring high standards of care. With a focus on professional development, you'll maintain your competency through continuing education while making a significant impact on patient recovery. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment dedicated to excellence in healthcare.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years clinical practice experience in acute care or rehabilitation.
• Maintains CEUs per state requirement for continued professional competency.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct PT evaluations and treatments according to standards.
• Coordinates and prioritizes schedule based on patient treatment demands.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Therapeutic Interventions

Documentation Standards

Collaboration with Healthcare Teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

General Summary of Position

MedStar Health is looking for aPRN Physical Therapistto join ourteam at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital!

As aPRN Physical Therapist, you will participatein the evaluation and treatment of patients based upon current principles and practices of PT (Physical Therapy). These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Georgetown's philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!

Primary Duties:

• Provides direct PT evaluations and re-evaluations, including assessment of prior and current level of functioning, setting appropriate goals and making appropriate discharge recommendations in accordance with standards of practice. Provides direct PT treatments according to standards of practice, including patient and family education, progression of treatment plan and implementation of appropriate therapeutic interventions

• Utilizes appropriate documentation forms and abides by PM&R's documentation standards. Collaborates with physicians and other members of health care teams relative to patient treatment and progress and other affiliated agencies regarding effective discharge planning.

• Coordinates and prioritizes own schedule in relation to demands of patient treatment and other departmental responsibilities.

• Demonstrates proper use and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.

• Maintains CEUs (Continuing Education Unit) per state requirement for continued professional competency. Adheres to all Department of Health and Joint Commission regulations with regards to the physical environment and patient care

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy.

• 1-2 years related clinical practice experience in an acute care or rehabilitation facility.

• APTA - Physical Therapy Current D.C (District of Columbia). license or qualified candidate for DC license.

• BLS (Basic Life Support).

This position has a hiring range of $60.00 - $60.00