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.

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• 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.

• 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 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.

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

• Maintains necessary continuing education for licensure.

• DC (District of Columbia) licensure of eligibility

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