MEDSTAR HEALTH
Description
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.
Primary Duties:
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Provides evaluation services including review of pertinent historical information, performance of specific assessments, and determination of recommendations and documentation of results.
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Explains evaluation findings and treatment plan to patient and family and incorporates patient and family in the goals setting.
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Demonstrates proficiency in implementation of treatment protocols based upon evaluation findings, the patient's presentation, and the evolving health care environment.
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Consults with other healthcare professionals as indicated.
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Recognizes and documents changes in patient's condition requiring modification of the plan of care and/or the need for medical/rehabilitation consultation.
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Completes appropriate discharge planning and follow-up care.
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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.
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.