Purpose of Position:
To organize and conduct medically prescribed treatment programs for adult and pediatric patients to help restore function and prevent disability according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.
Description:
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Evaluates new patients, sets objective measurable treatment goals for functional outcome, establishes appropriate treatment programs, and provides documentation of same.
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Administers diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests to determine the extent of the patient’s impairment and the prognosis for improvement.
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Carries out appropriate treatment modalities, and re-evaluates the patient as needed, modifying the treatment plan based on patient progress.
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Provides objective, analytic documentation of patient care, patient/family education, and communication with other caregivers.
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Communicates effectively with medical/allied health personnel, regarding patient progress, needs, and discharge planning.
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Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures to be continued by patient and family.
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Assists in training new personnel as requested by manager.
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Provides guidance and direction to Physical Therapist Assistants, Aides, and affiliating students.
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Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment programs, quality improvement initiatives, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.
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Attends meetings as required.
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Enhances professional growth and development through participation in approved education programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
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Maintains daily statistical records of patient activity and charges.
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Performs other work related duties as assigned or requested.
Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.
Qualifications:
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Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
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Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
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Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
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Current BLS
For PT Clinical Specialist, must meet all qualifications noted above, as well as the following:
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Serves as a clinical resource for rehabilitation staff in a focused area of clinical expertise; plans and conducts treatment programs for patients.
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Assists management in the planning, development, organization and supervision of the specified clinical specialty area.
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Documentation of Specialist Certification.
Schedule Details:
32 hours per week, Monday-Friday, start times vary, scheduled between 7:30a-6p, No Weekends and No Holidays *Sign-On Bonus Eligible*
Organization: Cape Cod Hospital
Primary Location: Massachusetts-Chatham
Department: CCH-Chatham Rehab
Annual/Hourly: Hourly
Hiring Pay Range: $39.68 - $57.29
