Physical Therapist (PT) PRN
Company: MercyOne Clive Rehabilitation Hospital
Location: Clive
Posted on: May 28, 2023
Job Description:
Description
PER DIEMMercyOne Clive Rehabilitation Hospital -is a
state-of-the-art, 50-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital
dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have
experienced a loss of function due to an injury or illness. We
offer intensive, patient-focused, specialized rehabilitation
services.Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care to
patients in their recovery journey. We offer customized, intensive
rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering
from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal
cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.Our hospital strives
to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we
serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation
programsJOB SUMMARY:The Physical Therapist (PT) assumes
responsibility and accountability for a designated group of
patients and provides physical therapy evaluations, modalities, and
treatments in accordance with established hospital and departmental
policies and procedures, maintaining the highest degree of quality
patient care. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance
and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits
of their capabilities.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -
Assumes responsibility and
accountability for the care of those patients being treated by
Physical Therapist Assistants and Therapy techs. May be assigned to
orient staff and students and assume the duties and
responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that
individual.Assesses patients' needs; identifies and initiates
appropriate physical therapy interventions; works cooperatively
with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for
professional physical therapy practice and interdisciplinary
teamwork.Observes and evaluates treatment affect, accomplishment of
short and long term goals. Recommends change to physician, if
needed.Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and
performs reassessments, as per policy. Performs accurate and timely
QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients
requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.Able
to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function
of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions
to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for
intervention.Formulates and updates patient specific plan of care
for physical therapyReports patient progress and barriers to
discharge in each patient team conferencePerforms all aspects of
patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and
reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.Formulates a
teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates
effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching, as
appropriate. Performs appropriate documentation.Demonstrates
knowledge, competency and proficiency of physical therapy
modalities.Treats patients and their families with respect and
dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic,
and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their
families.Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
Maintains department cleanliness and safety.Interacts
professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in
the formation of the plan of care.Communicates appropriately and
clearly to physicians, staff, and administrative team.Participates
in patient/family conferences and team conferences.Demonstrates an
ability to be flexible, organized, and to function under stressful
situations.Maintains a good working relationship both within the
department and with other departments.Consults other departments,
as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance
improvement activities.Meets current documentation standards and
policies. Documents goals on the Interdisciplinary Care Plan on
admission of the patient and provides updates
regularly.Participates in educational staff performance improvement
in-services. Assists with orientation and in-service training for
certified department staff members. Participates in guidance and
educational programs.Ensures that patient charges are accurate and
entered on a timely basis.Participates in infection control,
departmental equipment training, and organizational safety and fire
safety programs.Other duties as assigned. -Qualifications
Current licensure as a Physical
Therapist in the state where the hospital is located.Inpatient
rehab experience preferredCurrent BLS/CPR Card.
Keywords: MercyOne Clive Rehabilitation Hospital, Des Moines , Physical Therapist (PT) PRN, Healthcare , Clive, Iowa
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