Physical Therapist - PRN/Per Diem

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital - Winchester, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Winchester, VA

Hospitals

About the position

As a Physical Therapist at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital, you will play a crucial role in evaluating and treating patients in various rehabilitation settings. Your primary responsibility will be to assess patients' needs for physical therapy and to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that align with the State of Michigan licensure and the scope of practice for physical therapy. You will be expected to maintain and enhance your treatment skills through ongoing education, evidence-based research, and program development, ensuring that you provide the highest quality of care to your patients. In this position, you will work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team, responding to physician referrals and determining the medically necessary needs of each patient. You will provide discipline-specific interventions aimed at improving the safety and functional independence of your clients throughout the rehabilitation process. Your feedback will be essential in guiding patients through their continuum of care, and you will be responsible for maintaining professional competence by identifying educational needs and seeking learning opportunities from more experienced clinicians. You will also be expected to adhere to all licensure, documentation, and billing guidelines while delivering rehabilitation services in a timely and efficient manner. This role requires you to stay current with departmental, hospital, and organizational initiatives, ensuring that you communicate effectively and professionally with colleagues and patients alike. You will document patient care thoroughly and accurately, maintaining confidentiality and adhering to patient privacy procedures. Additionally, you will be expected to embrace the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, treating all individuals with dignity and respect, and actively participating in efforts to eliminate disparities and injustices within the healthcare system. Your commitment to excellent customer service will be vital, as you will be responsible for promoting teamwork and direct communication among team members, while also addressing any issues that may arise in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' needs for physical therapy and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of licensure and regulations.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to determine patients' medically necessary needs.
• Implement discipline-specific interventions to improve patients' safety and functional independence.
• Maintain professional competence and seek educational opportunities for skill enhancement.
• Document patient care accurately and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in all interactions and care delivery.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and promote teamwork among colleagues.
• Contribute to quality improvement efforts by identifying problems and seeking solutions.

Requirements

• Post Graduate Certificate, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physical Therapy.
• Virginia licensure or transitional license at the time of hire.
• BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) from an AHA approved provider.
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills or participation in computer training within the first year of employment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in various rehabilitation settings such as acute care, outpatient, and pediatrics.
• Familiarity with evidence-based treatment practices and program development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
• Supportive work environment focused on patient care and teamwork.