A PRN PT position is available for weeknights, specificallyMonday and Tuesday nights, from 5 pm until 8 pm to address same day electiveorthopedic evaluations. MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital is committed to providingexcellence in patient care and strive to ensure all patients who have chosenour hospital for their elective total joint surgery receive therapy services onthe day of surgery. Approximately 40% of our patients discharge to home on theday of surgery, and the purpose of this position is to ensure that patients arethoroughly evaluated to determine safe mobility for discharge. We have flexiblescheduling but are looking for someone who can commit to at least 2 evenings amonth.

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Primary Duties:

• Provides evaluation services including review of pertinent historical information, performance of specific assessments, and determination of recommendations and documentation of results. Explains evaluation findings and treatment plan to patient and family and incorporates patient and family in the goals setting. 

• Demonstrates proficiency in implementation of treatment protocols based upon evaluation findings, the patient's presentation, and the evolving health care environment. Consults with other healthcare professionals as indicated. Recognizes and documents changes in patient's condition requiring modification of the plan of care and/or the need for medical/rehabilitation consultation. 

• Completes appropriate discharge planning and follow-up care. Accurately and timely documents and charges for patient care activities considering our evolving health care environment, painting a clear picture of the patient's course of care including focused initial evaluation/plan of care that establishes baseline and goals, daily encounter notes, interim progress summaries, and discharge evaluation. 

• Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations. Manage an accurate schedule. Demonstrates a professional commitment to provide frictionless patient access to care through flexibility, adaptability, creativity, and actions/behaviors that display empathy in our patient consumer driven environment.

• Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency for self and organization. Serves as a clinical instructor to assign students. Assists with orientation and mentoring of new staff, students, volunteers, and technicians.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.

• Maryland, District of Columbia (DC), and/or Virginia licensure required as deemed necessary for your specific location(s).

• BLS (Basic Life Support).