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Physical Therapist - Pelvic | Full-Time | South Portland, ME | $3,000 Sign On Bonus!

InterMed

#Inventory Management #Record Keeping #Problem Solving #Clinical Experience #Communication #Treatment Plans #Assistive Devices #Physical Therapy

Quick overview

The Physical Therapist provides evaluations and develops treatment plans for patients, administering various therapies and exercises. They also monitor patient progress, maintain treatment records, and ensure a clean and organized treatment environment.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a current state license as a Physical Therapist and preferably 1-3 years of clinical experience in an outpatient setting. Effective communication skills and the ability to make decisions and solve problems are essential.

CommunicationInventory ManagementConfidentialityFlexibilityAdaptabilityRecord KeepingTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingContinuing EducationPatient EducationTreatment PlanningPhysical TherapyPatient EvaluationClinical ExperienceManual ExercisesAssistive Devices

Job description

Essential functions
Provides evaluations including examining patients medical histories and then test and measure strength, range of motion, balance and coordination, posture, muscle performance, respiration and motor function
Plans and prepares, treatment plans describing strategy, purpose and anticipated outcome
Administers manual exercises, application of physical agents (ie., ultrasound, electric stimulation), massage and traction
Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit often conferring with physician and other practitioners
Teaches patients to use assistive and adaptive devices. Instructs patients on at-home exercises
Records evaluations, daily treatment notes, monthly progress notes and discharge summaries timely and completely
Records treatment charges daily and completes charge tickets in an accurate and timely manner
Discharges patients from services when goals or projected outcomes have been attained and provide appropriate follow up care or referrals
Keeps treatment areas clean, organized and unobstructed, cleans equipment after treatment
Assists in training and orientation of new staff
Assists in maintaining and updating files on patient education material
Maintains adequate supply of inventory and organizes treatment area
Treats all patients with respect and maintains confidentiality of patient information

Job requirements
Current State License as a Physical Therapist
1-3 years of clinical experience in the outpatient setting preferred
Demonstrates effective communication methods either, written, verbal, non-verbal or electronic
Listens to and acknowledges the concerns of patients and peers
Makes effective decisions that reflect clear and logical thinking
Demonstrates flexibility in examining new approaches in response to changing organizational objectives
Identifies and works proactively to solve problems
Prioritizes work activity based on department demands to complete assignments within designated timeframes with little to no supervision

Physical Therapist - Pelvic | Full-Time | South Portland, ME | $3,000 Sign On Bonus!

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