Great opportunity to pick up extra hours in our acute care department with our outstanding Rehab team. Inova Loudoun Hospital is a nationally recognized, advanced community hospital with a rich history. We've been proudly serving our diverse community for more than a century and are committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate care for the entire family. Our Rehab Team is an energetic group who pursue excellence in all we do. We are always seeking learning opportunities and ways to help our patients and teams achieve their goals.
As a Physical Therapist - (PRN) you will select evaluation and treatment methods appropriate to the diagnosis, age group and physical/emotional status of patients while formulating appropriate treatment plans. To help achieve our mission, you will demonstrate essential skill competencies in the use of treatment modalities, equipment and protocols.
Schedule: As needed. 2 weekend shifts required. One major and one minor holiday required. Additional hours may be available.
Job Responsibilities:
- Documents the results of evaluations clearly and completely by including all essential elements according to department policy.
- Completes daily progress notes that reflect patients' responses to treatment, actual performance, and an assessment as to status relevant to the treatment plan in addition to eventual discharge needs and treatment summaries if needed.
- Completes discharge notes that include a summary of the course of treatment, progress toward goals, discharge needs, recommendations for follow-up and patient and/or family education.
- Documents clearly, concisely and legibly within established timeframes (e.g. allows other therapists to continue treatment, allows for interpretation by payers, supports reimbursements).
- Documents evidence of patient and family/caregiver education.
- Contacts families, physicians or other healthcare team members in anticipation of special needs of the patients or families in a timely manner to facilitate effective treatment plans.
- Provides educational materials and methods appropriate to the patient's level of understanding and motivation and includes families/caregivers in education and training.
- Demonstrates collaboration in communication with team members and is open to feedback and receptive to change.
Requirements: New graduate physical therapist eligible. One year of experience in acute care preferred.
Education:
- Bachelor of Science, Physical Therapy. Master's Degree Preferred.
Certification:
- BLS certified through the American Heart Association.
Licensure:
- Virginia License required upon start.
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