Martha's Vineyard Hospital
Physical Therapist - Per Diem
Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, us, 02557
Description
PURPOSE OF YOUR JOB DESCRIPTION:The primary purpose of your job is to plan, organize, develop, and administer physical therapy services in accordance with current applicable Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines and regulations and established policies and procedures as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that the highest degree of quality care and safety can be maintained.
DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY:You are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.
JOB FUNCTIONS:Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.Evaluates each patients, establishes treatment plan and goals in cooperation with referring physician and patient.Directly administers this treatment to patient or supervises treatments by department personnel.Reviews department policies, procedures, manuals, job descriptions, etc., at least annually.Maintains treatment records, progress notes and statistics as required.Represents the facility and participates in meetings as directed.Ensures Rehab receptionist receives charges for physical therapy rendered to patients.Attends and participates in workshops, seminars, etc. to keep abreast of current changes in the health care field as well as to maintain professional status.Able to evaluate and treat all age groups include pediatrics, adolescents, adult and geriatrics.Assumes supervision responsibilities of Physical Therapy Manager as delegated by Physical Therapy Manager.Maintains patient confidentiality and patient rights at all times.Is alert for patient safety at all times.Continually monitors the condition of equipment.Communicates patient status, goals and treatment plan with other relevant disciplines and staff members.Demonstrates competence in basic knowledge and direct clinical skills.Evaluates for age-appropriate behavior motor skills and physiological norms of the above identified patients.Recognizes patients' psychological development and modifies approaches for the above identifies patients.Recognizes potential lifestyle changes resulting from illness that will interfere with the discharge plan and develops plan accordingly.Identifies increased physical/emotional dependency needs and evaluates availability of support system for the above defined patients.Interview/communication techniques are age-appropriate.Assesses patients for signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect and refers to appropriate personnel and/or community agency.#LI-OnSiteQualifications EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:* Physical Therapist with MA license
EXPERIENCE:* Must have, as minimum, experience as a therapist in a hospital, SNF or other related medical facility* Must have training in rehabilitation and restorative therapy practicesEEO Statement Martha's Vineyard Hospital and Windemere Nursing & Rehabilitation Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. Primary Location: MA-Oak Bluffs-MVH Martha's Vineyard Hospital Work Locations: MVH Martha's Vineyard Hospital 1 Hospital Road Oak Bluffs 02557 Job: Physical Therapy Organization: Martha's Vineyard Hospital (MVH) Schedule: Per Diem Standard Hours: 1 Shift: Day Job Employee Status: Limited Term / Per Diem Recruiting Department: MVH Rehab: Physical Therapy Job Posting: Nov 21, 2024
PURPOSE OF YOUR JOB DESCRIPTION:The primary purpose of your job is to plan, organize, develop, and administer physical therapy services in accordance with current applicable Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines and regulations and established policies and procedures as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that the highest degree of quality care and safety can be maintained.
DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY:You are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.
JOB FUNCTIONS:Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.Evaluates each patients, establishes treatment plan and goals in cooperation with referring physician and patient.Directly administers this treatment to patient or supervises treatments by department personnel.Reviews department policies, procedures, manuals, job descriptions, etc., at least annually.Maintains treatment records, progress notes and statistics as required.Represents the facility and participates in meetings as directed.Ensures Rehab receptionist receives charges for physical therapy rendered to patients.Attends and participates in workshops, seminars, etc. to keep abreast of current changes in the health care field as well as to maintain professional status.Able to evaluate and treat all age groups include pediatrics, adolescents, adult and geriatrics.Assumes supervision responsibilities of Physical Therapy Manager as delegated by Physical Therapy Manager.Maintains patient confidentiality and patient rights at all times.Is alert for patient safety at all times.Continually monitors the condition of equipment.Communicates patient status, goals and treatment plan with other relevant disciplines and staff members.Demonstrates competence in basic knowledge and direct clinical skills.Evaluates for age-appropriate behavior motor skills and physiological norms of the above identified patients.Recognizes patients' psychological development and modifies approaches for the above identifies patients.Recognizes potential lifestyle changes resulting from illness that will interfere with the discharge plan and develops plan accordingly.Identifies increased physical/emotional dependency needs and evaluates availability of support system for the above defined patients.Interview/communication techniques are age-appropriate.Assesses patients for signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect and refers to appropriate personnel and/or community agency.#LI-OnSiteQualifications EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:* Physical Therapist with MA license
EXPERIENCE:* Must have, as minimum, experience as a therapist in a hospital, SNF or other related medical facility* Must have training in rehabilitation and restorative therapy practicesEEO Statement Martha's Vineyard Hospital and Windemere Nursing & Rehabilitation Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. Primary Location: MA-Oak Bluffs-MVH Martha's Vineyard Hospital Work Locations: MVH Martha's Vineyard Hospital 1 Hospital Road Oak Bluffs 02557 Job: Physical Therapy Organization: Martha's Vineyard Hospital (MVH) Schedule: Per Diem Standard Hours: 1 Shift: Day Job Employee Status: Limited Term / Per Diem Recruiting Department: MVH Rehab: Physical Therapy Job Posting: Nov 21, 2024