General Summary of PositionMedStar Health islooking foranAcute Care Physical Therapistto join ourteamatMedStar Washington Hospital Center!AsanAcuteCare PT,you willbe responsibleforinitialassessment, re-assessment, treatment planning, treatment implementation,reporting,and documentation of all referred patients within departmental and professional standards. Serves as a resource in specified area of expertise. Participates in organizing educational activities and specialprojects andfacilitatesstaff development.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 nextgreat careermove!Primary Duties:Provideseffective and efficient care.Providespatient care duties as it relates to respective clinical service, following accreditation guidelines, professional code of ethics, and standards of practice whichincludeevaluation/ re-evaluation, treatment planning and implementation and resultant documentation. Implements plans that will achieve the outlined goals and administers individual treatment as ordered and consistent with rehab goals.Determinesequipment needs andassiststhe patient in obtaining assistive devices/adaptive equipment and wheelchairs. Instructs and trains patients and their families. Responsible for daily maintenance of the therapy areas and equipment. Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning during patient care to maximize outcome and safety. Accesses information for patient care.Completesaccurate/timelydocumentation. Maintainsaccurateandtimelydocumentation to include clinical interventions provided, discharge and equipment recommendations, charges, and prescriptions. 5. Writes legible progress notes or other documentation which accurately reflects treatment received.Accurately reports type of services provided to each patient daily on billing sheets andsubmitsthemin a timely manner.Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations. Meets productivity targets for work areaestablishedby supervisor. Adheres to a schedule. Istimelyand punctual and is prepared for meetings.Participates in department/service/ team specific decision making and problem solving thatimpactspatient care.Participates in team conferences and family conferences asappropriate. Collaborates interventions with other team members towards an interdisciplinary approach.Activelyparticipatesin general staff and team meetings.Identifiesopportunities for process improvement thatimpactspatient care.Identifiesopportunities to expand supplies and equipment to enhance patient treatment options.Participates in developmental activities for continued professional growth. Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency for self. Participates in-services and continuing education programs through development, and presentation for staff/students. Serves as a resource and preceptor for new employee and student orientation in specialty areas for occupational therapy service andteam-basedactivities. Participates in development and implementation of goals/objectives for the program area as delegated by Clinical Supervisor or Management. Participates in clinical and administrative system development, data collection, and improvement implementation to assureoptimalfunctioning of service area.Participates in peer review, program evaluation and quality improvement activities regularly and for special projects as assigned.Supervises PT students and volunteers.Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.Bachelor’s degree,Certificate,basic levelMaster's, orDoctoral degree in Physical Therapy.Achieves minimumCEUs (Continuing Education Unit)tomaintaintherapy license.1-2 years Clinical experience inrehabilitationor acute care.DC (District of Columbia)licensure of eligibility.American Heart AssociationBLS (Basic Life Support)Card.Clinicians may be hired at varying clinical levels based upon experience/qualifications. This position has a hiring range of $38.48 - $62.52

General Summary of PositionMedStar Health is looking for aPhysical Therapist to join our team atMedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital!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:Provides 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 goals setting.Demonstrates 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.Completes appropriate discharge planning and follow-up care. Accurately and timely documents and charges 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.Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations. Manage an accurate schedule. Demonstrates 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. Serves as a clinical instructor to assign students. Assists 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 licensure required as deemed necessary for your specific location(s).American Heart Association’s BLS (Basic Life Support) for Healthcare Providers CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation) certification. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Minimum Qualifications This position has a hiring range of $72,758 - $130,041

General Summary of PositionMedStar Health is looking for aPhysical Therapist to join our team atTherapy - K Street!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:Provides 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 goals setting.Demonstrates 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.Completes appropriate discharge planning and follow-up care. Accurately and timely documents and charges 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.Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations. Manage an accurate schedule. Demonstrates 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. Serves as a clinical instructor to assign students. Assists 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 licensure required as deemed necessary for your specific location(s).American Heart Association’s BLS (Basic Life Support) for Healthcare Providers CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation) certification. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Minimum Qualifications This position has a hiring range of $72,758 - $130,041