SAH Physical Therapist

SUMMARY:

Administers a variety of therapeutic procedures and agents utilized in the short and long term rehabilitation of in and out patients (orthopedic, neurological, pulmonary, cardiac, medical and surgical) within the guidelines set forth in physician orders).
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Care

Has achieved/maintained specialty certification
Seeks out educational opportunities to expand patient care knowledge base
Receives positive letters/comments from patients, families or staff regarding interactions or treatment techniques
Notes diagnosis of patient and takes all precautions for observing indications and contraindications
Evaluates patient's emotional and physical condition
Explains treatment to patient/family/others
Formulates measurable goals and individualized treatment plan
Integrates evaluation findings into treatment plan; observes and follows general guidelines and contraindications for physical therapy
Utilizes age appropriate therapeutic techniques for assigned caseload
Monitors effectiveness of treatment and adjusts treatment plan accordingly
Initiates conversationnteraction with physicians and other health care providers for optimal provision of services

Documentation:

Maintains records pertinent to patient evaluations
Maintains timely and complete documentation of all aspects of patient care
Documentation reflects patient response to treatment
Progress towards goals is reflected at least weekly
Flow sheet documentation reflects quality of patient performance
Appropriately utilizes departmental and hospital approved forms.
Maintains current physician orders

Evaluation:

Correctly selects appropriate database, obtains and interprets written referral and patient information gained from review of the medical record and verbally from the patient
Selects, performs, documents appropriate tests corresponding to diagnosis and functional limitations
Reports to and recommends changes to the physician as needed

Acts as a Resource:

Acts as a resource to entry level staff regarding complex cases and newdvanced techniques
Provides input into the supervision of students
Provides direct supervision of students
Demonstrates the ability to teach techniques or skills in a clear, concise manner
In-services staff upon return from conferences or seminars
Initiates ways to assist or support other staff members with department related tasks
Interacts with peers in a kind and professional manner
Consistently demonstrates an approachable style of interaction
When requested, assists other staff members with department related tasks
Supports hospital and system-wide patient quality and safety practices as identified by National Quality Forum, JCAHO and system-wide Quality and Safety Plan.
Demonstrates knowledge of and follows JCAHO Patient Safety Goals.
Supports department-specific patient safety and quality initiatives as defined by department manager.
Demonstrates service excellence skills to support high-level patient satisfaction as defined by department manager.

Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.

Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed.

Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

0-3 years' experience preferred. New Graduates considered.
Communication and interpersonal skills
Organization
Computer Skills
Safe application of modalities
Assessment of patient response to modalities
Application of assistive devices
Assessment of effectiveness of assistive device
Development of appropriate therapeutic exercise program
Familiarity with hospital /departmental policies/protocols
Effectively communicates with hospital staff
Possesses ability to educate others regarding rehab related issues
Educatesnstructs hospital staff in appropriate follow-up

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree in Physical therapy required
Current MA license or eligibility; current BLS certification preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the main duties and responsibilities of this job.
The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 75% or more:

Stand / walk

The employee may perform or have exposure to the following %:

Lift from 10 to over 100 lbs.

The employee may perform or have exposure to the following %:

Use hands to finger, feel, reach with hands, climb, or balance
Use hands to finger, feel, reach with hands, climb, or balance
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Exposure to infections from disease bearing specimens
Exposure to infectious/contagious diseases
Exposure to a moderate noise level

Vision Requirements:

Close vision
Distance vision
Peripheral vision
Depth perception
Ability to adjust focus

Safety equipment used while performing this job:

Gowns
Gloves

Pay Range:

$35.20-$58.07

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Saint Annes Hospital - 795 Middle Street Fall River, Massachusetts 02721

Work Type:

7:30-4

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours: 

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required:

No

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