Physical Therapist Per Diem Acute Care

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The physical therapy practice involves examination, evaluation, treatment and instruction of individuals for the prevention, habilitation or rehabilitation of physical disability, functional deficit, and or pain. Such practice includes but is not limited to the following areas: acute care, orthopedics, neurology, geriatrics, pediatrics, cardiopulmonary, home health, ob-gyn, and oncology. It may also involve administration, education and research. Physical therapy is responsible for participation in staff education activities and providing consultation for facility personnel. They must communicate and document the communication with other disciplines and service to provide continuity and coordination of patient care.Responsibilities:ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Performs a patient examination in a technically competent manner. Performs skilled services. Uses sound judgment and follows established standards of practice independently.2. Evaluates clinical findings to determine rehab diagnosis and outcomes of careDesigns a plan of care that integrates the goals, treatment, outcomes and discharge plan. Performs interventions in a competent manner assessing the response to care. Adapts delivery of care to reflect respect and sensitivity to individual differencesPerforms reassessments as necessary. Assesses needs for other services.3. Documents care given within the designated time frames in the EMR and hands off problems and resolutions to the case manager and the team.4. Incorporates an understanding of economic factors in the delivery of services and maintains compliance with productivity standards of thedepartment as specified in the staffing plan.5. Demonstrates competency in the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to meet patients' physical, psychological, and social needs. Competentin age specific knowledge and skills. Understands age-related growth and development levels.6. Supports customer service and performance improvement goals of the departmentcollaborates with other caregivers/ staff, within and outside the department to develop means of enhancing patient care and services.7. Implements a self-directed plan for professional development and lifelong learning.8. Keeps abreast of changes in policies and procedures. Uses support personnel according to ethical and legal guidelines. Maintains confidentilalityas per standards. Professionally represents the PHCS during interactions with suppliers, committee, new employees, and students.9. Plans and implements in-service and continuing educational activities to meet identified learning needs and performance improvement initiatives.Participating in staff education activities and providing consultation to facility personnel.Credentials:Physical Therapist (Required)Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)Basic Life Saving (BLS) certification - requiredEducation or Equivalent Experience:Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required)Education Specialization: Graduation from a physical therapy program accredited by the A.P.T.A. or its equivalent. if educated outside the U.S., indicates that theindividual possesses the appropriate educational requirements. Equivalent Experience: • Or Acute care clinical affiliations.Master of Arts or ScienceEducation Specialization: Graduation from a physical therapy program accredited by the A.P.T.A. or its equivalent. if educated outside the U.S., indicates that theindividual possesses the appropriate educational requirements. Equivalent Experience: • Or Acute care clinical affiliations.We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.Salary Range:$37.63 - $60.01/HourlyAs part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.Click here for information on UPHS's Benefits.Live Your Life's Work