Acute Care Physical Therapist (12-20k Sign on Bonus)

About the Role

Under general supervision of the Director of Therapy Services, organizes and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy programs in the hospital to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of a body part. Helps patients reach their maximum performance and assume a place in society while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Plans therapy programs for each patient, involving physical means such as exercise, massage, heat, water, light, and electricity, as prescribed by a physician.
• Applies diagnostic and prognostic tests for muscles, nerves, joints, and functional ability.
• Directs and aids patients in active and passive exercises, muscle reeducation, and gait and functional training using pulleys, weights, steps, and inclined surfaces.
• Administers whirlpool and contrast baths and applies moist packs.
• Directs patients in the care and use of wheelchairs, walkers, standers, braces, crutches, and prosthetic and orthoptic devices.
• Provides instruction in posture control and therapeutic procedures to be continued by the patient; develops, instructs, and monitors home exercise programs.
• Adapts conventional physical therapy techniques for patients unable to comprehend verbal commands or voluntarily carry out therapeutic exercises.
• Evaluates, records, and reports on patient progress for review by other members of the rehabilitative team.
• Maintains department records, reports, and patient records, including daily patient notes using the SOAP format.
• Maintains department policies, procedures, objectives, and quality assurance programs, including safety, environmental, and infection control.
• Assists in the care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
• Enhances professional development through participation in educational programs and in-service meetings.
• Requisitions supplies and equipment.
• Conducts or participates in training medical, nursing, and other personnel in physical therapy techniques and objectives.
• Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI.
• Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy required; Master’s degree preferred.
• No prior experience required; prior cardiac rehab experience preferred.
• Current Physical Therapist license required.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 60 days of employment.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Frequent: lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, and walking.
• Occasional: reaching, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting.
• Visual and hearing acuity required.
• Work is primarily indoors with good ventilation and comfortable temperature.
• Possible exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals, moving mechanical parts, potential electric shock, radiant energy, communicable diseases, and bloodborne pathogens.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision).
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA).
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, and AD&D).
• Paid Time Off.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Training and Development opportunities.
• Wellness Resources.