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The University of Maryland Medical System

Physical Therapist, Part-Time, Inpatient

The University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276


Physical Therapist, Part-Time, Inpatient

Part-timeShift: DayLocation: Medical CenterPosition Type: ExemptRenowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won’t find a more vibrant place to work!General SummaryUnder general supervision, deliver physical therapy services through evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.Principal Responsibilities and Tasks:Provides direct physical therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted physical therapy standards, State of Maryland Physical Therapy Practice Act, code of ethics, and departmental procedures:A. Performs comprehensive evaluations to identify problems that require physical therapy. Selects appropriate tests and measurements to identify and define specific patient problems.B. Sets priorities and establishes treatment goals directed toward problems that are objective, functional, and measurable. Plans and selects the most appropriate treatment modality, method, or procedure to address goals.C. Selects and implements alternate methods or procedures when goals are not being adequately attained, adjusting goals according to patient response.D. Provides competent patient care. Maintains patient privacy. Teaches patients and families home care and exercise skills specific to the patient's disability.E. Requests the assistance of Physical Therapy Assistants, Therapy Aides and/or volunteers as appropriate.Records patient evaluations, re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record in accordance with departmental documentation standards:A. Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as patient evaluation results, treatment plans, progress reports, discharge summaries, and other such reports.B. Records patient charges and procedures performed, daily.Participates in quality assurance activities, suggests areas for improvement to colleagues in a tactful and considerate manner.Assumes responsibility to resolve or reports clinical and operational issues to department leadership for resolution.Attends and participates in clinical patient rounds and conferences as required, as part of the interdisciplinary patient care team.Attends physical therapy in-service training programs. Suggests in-service topics and speakers.Oversees and directs the work of therapy aides, volunteers and students as directed by the department leadership.Education and ExperienceBachelor's Degree, Master’s Degree, or Doctorate of PT, required.Current licensure as a Physical Therapist with the State of Maryland is required.Current CPR certification is required.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of physical therapy techniques and practices; and general knowledge of orthopedics, neurology, trauma, pathology, and general medicine is required.Ability to read, write and speak English in order to follow and give instructions accurately.Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population served on the assigned unit.Ability to stand for extended periods of time while performing Physical Therapy services.Ability to learn and practice positive guest relations skills.Ability to work regularly with patients possessing potentially infectious disease using the appropriate "Standard Precautions" and safety procedures.Effective verbal and written communication skills are required in order to work with patients and other health care personnel effectively.Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient populations(s) served.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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