Acute Care Physical Therapist

salary $49.20 per hour |

suitcaseFULL_TIME |

clock August 7th, 2025

  • building MedStar Health
  • location Gaithersburg, MD
  • salary $49.20 per hour
  • suitcase FULL_TIME
  • clock August 7th, 2025

General Summary of Position

MedStar Health i looking for anAcute Care PT Clinicianto join ourteamt MedStar Washington Hospital Center!We are looking for professional competency as a general practitioner in physical therapy; demonstratesindependent use of varied evaluation and treatment approaches.

As an Acute Care PT Clinician you will be responsible forinitial assessment, re-assessment, treatment planning, treatment implementation, reporting, and documentation of all referred patients within departmental and professional standards. Serves as a resource in specified area of expertise. Participates in organizing educational activities and special projects andfacilitates staff development.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the Healthiest Maryland Businesses. Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!

Primary Duties:

  • Provides effective and efficient care. a. Provides patient care duties as it relates to respective clinical service, following accreditation guidelines, professional code of ethics, and standards of practice which include evaluation/ re-evaluation, treatment planning and implementation and resultant documentation. b. Implements plans that will achieve the outlined goals and administers individual treatment as ordered and consistent with rehab goals. c. Determines equipment needs and assists the patient in obtaining assistive devices/adaptive equipment and wheelchairs. d. Instructs and trains patients and their families. e. Responsible for daily maintenance of the therapy areas and equipment. f. Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning during patient care to maximize outcome and safety. g. Accesses information for patient care.

  • Completes accurate/timely documentation. a. Maintainsaccurate and timely documentation to include clinical interventions provided, discharge and equipment recommendations, charges, and prescriptions. b. Writes legible progress notes or other documentation which accurately reflects treatment received. c. accurately reports the type of services provided to each patient daily on billing sheets and submits them in a timely manner

  • Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations. a. Meets productivity targets for work area established by supervisor. b. Adheres to a schedule. c. Is timely and punctual and is prepared for meetings.

  • Participates in department/service/ team specific decision making and problem solving that impacts patient care. a. Participates in team conferences and family conferences as appropriate. b. Collaborates interventions with other team members towards an interdisciplinary approach. c. Actively participates in general staff and team meetings. d. Identifies opportunities for process improvement that impacts patient care. e. Identifies opportunities to expand supplies and equipment to enhance patient treatment options.

  • Participates in developmental activities for continued professional growth. a. Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency for self. b. Serves as a resource and preceptor for new employees and student orientation in specialty areas for occupational therapy service and team-based activities. c. Participates in development and implementation of goals/objectives for the program area as delegated by Clinical Supervisor or Management. d. Participatesin-services and continuing education programs through development, and presentation for staff/students. e. Participates in clinical and administrative system development, data collection, and improvement implementation to assure optimal functioning of service area. Participates in peer review, program evaluation and quality improvement activities regularly and for special projects as assigned. g. Supervises PT students and volunteers.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.

  • Bachelors degree, Certificate, basic level Masters, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

  • Maintains necessary continuing education for licensure.

  • 1-2 years Clinical experience in a rehabilitation or acute care setting.

  • DC (District of Columbia) licensure of eligibility

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)

This position has a hiring range of $72,758 - $130,041

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