What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist (Peds) - Spaulding Outpatient position at Spaulding Hospital Cape Cod?

Assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance while adjusting to disabilities. Restores Patient Physical Functioning by interpreting physical therapy evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment goals and plans; administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities and in using assistive and supportive devices. This position is Pediatric focused and works with the interdisciplinary pediatric rehab team to help our patients meet there goals Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is required. For licensure prior to 2016, a bachelor's or master's degree is acceptable; licensure from 2016 onward requires completion of a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes -Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit. -Performs patient assessment and establishes a plan of care. -Provides in-service education programs personnel as needed. -Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation. -Discusses evaluation, goals and treatment with both patient and family. -Participates in system-wide quality process improvement. --Supervises PTAs as needed according to organization policy and state regulations.

Education
Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy required or

Master's Degree Physical Therapy preferred or

Doctor of Physical Therapy Physical Therapy preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials
Physical Therapist [Rhode Island License] - required

Basic Life Support - required

Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - preferred

Experience
Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems.
- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
- Teaching others how to do something.
- Excellent problem solving, case management and communication skills.
- Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.

Spaulding Outpatient Pediatric Clinic, Pawtucket, RI
Minimum pay $40.00/hour
Part/Full-time, 20-40 hours/week

Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
SRN is committed to diversity in the workplace which begins with respect and opportunity for all. PHH takes affirmative action to ensure that equal employment opportunity is provided to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, ancestry, veteran status, disability or any other basis that would be inconsistent with any applicable ordinance or law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in coming to or participating in the interview process, please let us know.

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