PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Job Type: Full-time

FTE: 0.8

About the role

The staff physical therapist is responsible for the evaluation of patient’s physical condition and needs, and the design and implementation of a corrective treatment plan according to the principles and practice of physical therapy. This includes continuous assessment of the patient’s progress and modification of the plan and goals as necessary, collaborative consultation with other health care professionals, and maintenance of accurate and timely medical and business records. The physical therapist has supervisory responsibilities over the clinical activities of P.T. assistant and at least one affiliating student per year. Participation in departmental quality improvement activities, community outreach, and program development is also required.

Department Scope of Service

The Physical Therapy department in Rehabilitation Services provides timely and accurate assessments and treatment programs to meet the needs of inpatient and outpatient clientele as ordered by the medical staff and/or as defined in departmental policies. This service is provided for all patient populations including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Care is defined according to the professional standards of the American Physical Therapy Association.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' physical conditions and needs.
• Design and implement corrective treatment plans based on physical therapy principles.
• Continuously assess patient progress and modify treatment plans and goals as necessary.
• Consult collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical and business records.
• Supervise clinical activities of P.T. assistants and affiliating students.
• Participate in departmental quality improvement activities, community outreach, and program development.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited P.T. program.
• State of Vermont license required; temporary license acceptable on entry.
• CPR certification required.
• Previous experience in acute care preferred, but entry level is acceptable.

Mental Efforts

• Requires hand-eye coordination.
• Corrected vision/hearing to normal range.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to organize workload and handle multiple priorities.

Environment & Working Conditions

• Some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids.
• Some exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Potential for injury due to physical demands.
• OSHA Category I - Tasks involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, requiring use of Universal Precautions.

Physical Demands

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:

• Standing - Up to 1/3
• Walking - Up to 1/3
• Sitting - 2/3 or more
• Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more
• Use of hands to finger, handle, or feel - Up to 1/3
• Pushing/Pulling - None
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling - None
• Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1/3

This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted:

• Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more
• Up to 25 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2
• Up to 50 pounds - Up to 1/3
• Up to 100 pounds - None
• More than 100 pounds - None

This position has special vision requirements:

• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

Work Environment

This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions:

• Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3
• Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
• Risk of electrical shock - None
• Work with explosives - None
• Risk of radiation - None
• Vibration - None

The typical noise level for the environment is Moderate Noise.

• Ability to hear calls
• Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

Pay

In compliance with Vermont Act 155, the compensation range for this position is provided in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.

Salary: $89,440.00 to $106,059.20 Annual