Physical Therapist (PRN)

Located in Largo in the heart of Prince George’s County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care services and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince George’s County residents.

Delivers physical therapy services through the evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development

· Performs physical therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted standards, Maryland Department of Health Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, code of ethics, and departmental and/or organizational policies and procedures. 

· Performs patient assessments and develops individualized treatment plan programs for clients/patients to improve movement, manage pain, and/or prevent injury. Develops and maintains long- and short-term treatment objectives and re-evaluates and modifies treatment programs as necessary.

· Records patient evaluations, re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record, in accordance with departmental documentation standards.

· Informs patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members of evaluation results and plan for treatment and refers for further evaluation.

· Plans and provides therapy education and counseling to individuals.

· Provides mentorship and training to clinical team members and/or students as eligible based on departmental needs.

· Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.

· Participates in performance improvement activities and suggests areas for improvement to colleagues in a tactful and considerate manner. Proposes performance improvement topics and alternate treatment techniques to improve therapy services.

· Reports clinical and operational issues to departmental leadership and assists in their resolution to assure high quality care and efficient departmental operations.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.f treatment plans according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. 

Experience: 1 year licensed Physical Therapist experience

Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree required.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree accepted if licensed prior to 2016 (per previous licensing requirement)

Licensure/Certifications:

o Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Maryland

o Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

· Ability to access, review, and integrate information from a variety of sources to develop a treatment plan.

· Strong verbal, written, and non-verbal communication skills, including the ability to instruct others.

· Interpersonal skills to enable the therapist to establish and maintain rapport with patient as part of the therapeutic relationship.

· Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team.

· Ability to manage time and set priorities according to the demands of the job.

· Ability to conceptualize and problem-solve in the management of the patient.

· Ability to break down functional tasks to achieve patient centered goals.

· Ability to communicate effectively with team members and patients.

· Ability and willingness to adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the organization.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality with patients and team members.

· Ability to effectively use various pieces of medical and therapeutic equipment.

Compensation:

•Pay Range: $52.00 PRN Flat Rate

•Other Compensation (if applicable): 

•Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide