Physical Therapist

Specialty: Inpatient Acute Care

Position Summary:

The Physical Therapist reports directly to the Clinical Manager and/ or Assistant Clinical Manager (ACM) of their respective department and may receive clinical guidance from senior staff and/or clinical specialists. The Physical Therapist completes comprehensive examinations of body structure to determine functional impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions. The Physical Therapist establishes diagnosis and prognosis; develops an individualized plan of care; implements treatment interventions; and performs on-going evaluations throughout episode of care.

Responsibilities:
Communication
Demonstrates the highest level of communication and professionalism with patients, caregivers, rehabilitation staff, providers, and other health care professionals, both within the academic medical center and in the community.
Exhibits effective and professional verbal and non-verbal communication
Communicates clearly, respectfully, and honestly with patients and/or caregivers, and colleagues
Communicates proactively with other caregivers involved in patients' care
Adjusts communication and response to the level of understanding of the listener
Examines and evaluates patients
Establishes diagnosis, prognosis, and individualized plans of care
Implements treatment intervention based on plan of care, considering precautions, indications, and contradictions
Directs and coordinates patients' rehabilitation plan of care
Evaluates patients' progress and revises goals and plan of care accordingly
Educates/ Trains patients/caregivers
Anticipates and communicates discharge/home needs and resources
Completes documentation and charges accurately and timely, in compliance with department policy
Completes clinical documentation reflecting eligibility/ medical necessity of services in compliance with professional and regulatory standards
Makes recommendations and referrals for additional diagnostic testing and/or services
Consistently applies evidence-based practice to all aspects of clinical care
Seeks additional guidance when necessary to assure safe and effective patient care

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution is required. Master or Doctorate level degree in Physical Therapy is preferred. State license issued by the Rhode Island Department of Health is required.

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About Brown University Health:

Brown University Health, Rhode Island's first health system, was founded in 1994 by Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital. A not-for-profit comprehensive, integrated, academic health system with The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Brown University Health's present partners also include Rhode Island Hospital's pediatric division, Hasbro Children's Hospital; Bradley Hospital; Newport Hospital; Gateway Healthcare; and Coastal Medical.

Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $42.00 - $69.68 per hour

Work Location: In person