Physical Therapist PT - Outpatient Ortho

MedStar Health; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 74,214 - 134,596; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Physical Therapist in Glen Burnie, Maryland to provide comprehensive physical therapy services. The ideal candidate will be licensed and qualified as a general practitioner, demonstrating effective communication skills and competency in treatment protocols.

The role requires proactive patient management, evaluation, and documentation of care. Join one of the leading healthcare systems in the region and contribute to a patient-driven environment. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Licensed physical therapist with varied evaluation and treatment approaches.
• BLS certification for Healthcare Providers CPR is required.
• Maryland, DC, or Virginia license required based on location.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation services and document results.
• Implement treatment protocols and consult with healthcare professionals.
• Complete discharge planning and document patient care activities.
• Meet productivity expectations and manage an accurate schedule.
• Mentor inexperienced staff and lead continuing education initiatives.

Skills

Customer service skills

Effective communication

Proficiency in treatment protocols

Time management

Ability to work with diverse ages

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy

Job description

About the Job

MedStar Health is looking for a Physical Therapist to join our team at Therapy - Pasadena! The ideal candidate will be a licensed physical therapist with professional competency as a general practitioner in physical therapy; demonstrated use of varied evaluation and treatment approaches; customer service skills for interacting with patients, including communicating with patients and family members of diverse ages and backgrounds; and effective communication.

The Physical Therapist provides physical therapy services to patients, to include but not limited to screening and evaluation, treatment planning, treatment implementation, treatment re‑assessment and revision, patient/client re‑evaluation, discharge planning, and documentation in a variety of settings. The Physical Therapist participates as requested in program planning and protocol development and assists the team in meeting established goals.

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

• Provide evaluation services including review of pertinent historical information, performance of specific assessments, and determination of recommendations and documentation of results. Explains evaluation findings and treatment plan to patient and family and incorporates patient and family in the goal setting.
• Demonstrate proficiency in implementation of treatment protocols based upon evaluation findings, the patient's presentation, and the evolving health care environment. Consults with other healthcare professionals as indicated. Recognizes and documents changes in patient's condition requiring modification of the plan of care and/or the need for medical/rehabilitation consultation.
• Complete appropriate discharge planning and follow‑up care. Accurately and timely document and charge for patient care activities considering our evolving health care environment, painting a clear picture of the patient's course of care including focused initial evaluation/plan of care that establishes baseline and goals, daily encounter notes, interim progress summaries, and discharge evaluation.
• Demonstrate effective time management and meet productivity expectations. Manage an accurate schedule. Demonstrate a professional commitment to provide frictionless patient access to care through flexibility, adaptability, creativity, and actions/behaviors that display empathy in our patient consumer‑driven environment.
• Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency for self and organization. Serve as a clinical instructor to assign students and assist with orientation and mentoring of inexperienced staff, students, volunteers, and technicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Maryland, District of Columbia (DC), and/or Virginia license required as deemed necessary for your specific location(s).
• American Heart Association's BLS (Basic Life Support) for Healthcare Providers CPR certification.

This position has a hiring range of
USD $74,214.00 - USD $134,596.00 /Yr.