Physical Therapist, Per Diem - Dorchester, United States - Boston Medical Center

Description

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Position: Outpatient Physical Therapist

Department: Outpatient Physical Therapy, South Bay Ortho Rehab Clinic

Schedule: Per Diem

Located at 39B District Avenue, Dorchester MA

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Staff Physical Therapist conducts comprehensive assessments of in and outpatients with physical and functional deficits, planning and implementing individual/group physical therapy treatments to achieve the highest possible level of independence. Collaborates with other disciplines to arrange for appropriate follow-up care and facilitates a successful return to home and work environments. Provides student training according to departmental guidelines and participates in continuous education. Is encouraged to assist in interdisciplinary research.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EEDUCATION:

• Work requires a Bachelor's / Master's or equivalent in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

• Work requires a current Physical Therapist License issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• APTA and APTA MA membership preferred.
• Work requires a current BLS for Healthcare Workers Certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross prior to date of hire.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experienced therapists encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

1. Implements comprehensive individual and group treatment independently. Consistently demonstrates clinical competence.

• Follows through with established treatment priorities based on the physical therapist's evaluation results.
• Implements individual and group physical therapy services using effective treatment.
• Uses creative treatment approaches and explores alternative solutions to individual patient problems.
• Demonstrates clinical problem solving skills with a variety of patient problems and substantiates actions taken.
• Monitors patient response to treatment and progresses treatment programs appropriately. Informs the physical therapist of changes in the patient which may require reassessment.
• Recommends and/or issues appropriate assistive devices or durable medical equipment, ensuring that it properly fits the patient.
• Develops and instructs patient and caregiver in home programs and/or use of recommended equipment; provides verbal and/or written instructions as indicated.
• Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with all patients.
• Demonstrates ability to engage patients in treatment, provides reinforcement and support; sets limits appropriately.
• Communicates patient progress to team members in weekly rounds and informally as needed.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age groups regularly served.
• Notifies supervisor when patients in age groups not regularly served are present, and seeks assistance from individuals with the knowledge of the specialized therapeutic needs of such patient age groups.
• Adheres to diagnosis-related precautions. Demonstrates good judgment in handling potentially hazardous situations, seeking assistance as necessary.
• Monitors clinical supplies on assigned floors, requesting replacements in a timely manner.

2. Supports physical therapist in assessing the effectiveness of the treatment plan.

• Documents actual intervention and patient response to treatment as well as progress toward goals.
• Identifies need for additional intervention by the physical therapist and collaborates with therapist for this intervention.
• Discusses patient issues, discharge planning, changes in care plan, and progress toward goals with evaluating physical therapist
• Schedules with primary physical therapist for re-evaluation in timely manner and in compliance with department and third party policies/requirements.

3. Complies with departmental, institutional, and accrediting agency policies and /or standards.

• Completes area specific documentation in an accurate, thorough and timely manner according to department standards scoring an average of 95% or greater on each indicator.
• Issues supplies/adaptive equipment in a cost-effective manner. Justifies issuance of equipment, demonstrates actual use by patient, and looks for alternative solutions.
• Completes patient care charges timely and accurately. Charges for all equipment issued.
• Meets area specific productivity standards at least 95% of the time. Identifies problems and makes adjustments to meet targeted productivity.
• Participates in the peer review process. Completes form thoroughly, gives meaningful and constructive feedback, and provides learning experience to peer.
• Completes mandatory requirements (including PPD, competencies, and safety/infection control tests, CPR recertification, license renewal) within given time frame.

4. Shows evidence of on-going professional growth and knowledge of regulations and standards.

• Initiates independent learning opportunities, seeks out and integrates new information in daily practice. Communicates learning needs to supervisor.
• Stays current with advances in physical therapy treatments and techniques through attendance of professional meetings, continuing education, and reading of current literature.
• Shows knowledge of professional federal and state rules and regulations governing the practice of physical therapist assistance.
• Directs and supervises the rehabilitation and/or coop aide consistent with state practice act in a safe and effective manner.

5. Participates in the development and evaluation of physical therapy programs.

• Identifies assigned rotation/floor needs. Contributes to the development and updating of unit files and other pertinent resource material.
• Assists in developing and achieving area goals.
• Collects data required to complete research projects, clinical outcomes studies, and /or department quality improvement projects in compliance with JCAHO standards.
• Contributes to the assessment, planning, and implementation of physical therapy programs in collaboration with supervisor and peers.

6. Collaborates with colleagues and other professionals to provide high quality patient care.

• Serves as clinical resource for other health care professionals on assigned floors.
• Works as part of the rehabilitation therapy team, helping and supporting staff members as needed; listens to and seeks feedback from others; shares knowledge with others in positive manner; expresses opinions clearly.
• Accommodates to change by being adaptable and flexible and maintains professional demeanor during periods of stress.
• Attends and participates in all mandatory department meetings. Arrives prepared and on time.
• Accepts membership in department and hospital task forces and committees as requested by supervisor.
• Provides in-service education of staff for the department and other hospital personnel.
• Prepares for a verbal presentation using peer-reviewed journals and presents this information in a clear, organized, and concise manner.
• Participates responsibly in the supervisory process, follows through on suggestions and recommendations, and utilizes supervision time for own professional growth. Comes prepared to supervisory meetings.
• Develops annual goals in consultation with supervisor and meets them with a high quality of performance.

7. Orients medical professional staff and the community to physical therapy assistance. Assists with supervision of physical therapy students.

• Orients medical professional staff and the community (volunteers, high school students) to physical therapy assistance.
• Assists with occasional supervision of physical therapy students' treatment interventions in absence of clinical instructor.

8. Provides a well-rounded learning experience for affiliating physical therapist assistant students.

• Assesses the learning needs of assigned physical therapist assistant students and provides training in patient evaluation and treatment procedures as practiced on assigned units.
• Facilitates development of clinical problem solving skills of the affiliating students by asking probing questions.
• Schedules weekly meetings with assigned students providing growth-promoting feedback and learning experiences.
• Keeps student program coordinator informed of student's performance.
• Cooperates with student program coordinator and academic coordinator to develop and implement corrective actions when indicated.
• Conducts student performance evaluations, discusses evaluation with students, and submits the completed form to the student program coordinator in a timely fashion

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Work requires interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients, families and various members of the health care team.
• Work requires analytical abilities sufficient to evaluate patients' condition, capabilities and progress to develop appropriate treatment programs. IND123

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