Physical Therapist/PT Clinical Specialist (Inpatient)

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
• Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Current BLS

S19T:

For PT Clinical Specialist, must meet all qualifications noted above, as well as the following:

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Serves as a clinical resource for rehabilitation staff in a focused area of clinical expertise; plans and conducts treatment programs for patients.
2. Assists management in the planning, development, organization and supervision of the specified clinical specialty area.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Documentation of Specialist Certification.

*Sign-On Bonus Eligible!

• Evaluates new patients, sets objective measurable treatment goals for functional outcome, establishes appropriate treatment programs, and provides documentation of same. 
• Administers diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests to determine the extent of the patient’s impairment and the prognosis for improvement.
• Carries out appropriate treatment modalities, and re-evaluates the patient as needed, modifying the treatment plan based on patient progress.
• Provides objective, analytic documentation of patient care, patient/family education, and communication with other caregivers.
• Communicates effectively with medical/allied health personnel, regarding patient progress, needs, and discharge planning.
• Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures to be continued by patient and family.
• Assists in training new personnel as requested by manager.
• Provides guidance and direction to Physical Therapist Assistants, Aides, and affiliating students.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment programs, quality improvement initiatives, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Attends meetings as required.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in approved education programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
• Maintains daily statistical records of patient activity and charges.
• Performs other work related duties as assigned or requested.

Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital’s commitment to CARES\: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.