Physical Therapist

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the evaluation, treatment planning and treatment implementation of all referred patients.
• Performs thorough and complete evaluation upon receipt of MD referral.
• Verifies physician order according to department standard operating procedure prior to initiating evaluation.
• Demonstrates consistent procedure to identify specific patient problems.
• Demonstrates consistent ability to interpret evaluation results and develop treatment plan.
• Documents evaluation and treatment plan according to department standard operating procedure.
• Administers physical therapy treatment to patients according to department standard operating procedures in order to maximize their potential physical functioning at their optimal level.
• Acquires and maintains the skills necessary to perform treatment and procedures.
• Treats patients as per treatment plan, goals and timeframe.
• As indicated, monitors treatment carried out by supportive personnel.
• Evaluates patient response to treatment and modifies treatment plan as documented in progress note.
• Provides for patient safety at all times.
• Evaluates patient's readiness for treatment based on established treatment goals indicated in documentation.
• Evaluates patient treatment needs and pursues follow-up program (referrals, home exercise, etc.) as documented in the discharge summary.
• Maintains and completes accurate documentation, department records, and reports.
• Maintains and completes accurate written patient care records in a timely manner in compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Records all patient charges accurately and sends to accounting department weekly.
• As indicated, ensures correct release of information is obtained prior to all referrals being made according to hospital procedure.
• Ensures effective communication with multidisciplinary team members and patient.
• Maintains effective communication among the McLean staff.
• Communicates treatment plan and goals clearly to patient and/or family as indicated in progress notes.
• Teaches patient and/or family to perform or assist with selected activities and document patient/family response.
• Ensures the efficient and productive operation of the physical therapy department.
• Ensures supply reordering as needed.
• Assists in maintaining clean and safe working environment as observed by supervisor.
• Demonstrates ability to organize patient care and set appropriate priorities by effective scheduling.
• Operates and maintains equipment and environment in a safe and orderly manner.
• Acquires and maintains skills necessary to use equipment properly according to department standard operating procedure.
• Assures quality of equipment and materials by taking necessary tests and cultures as per standard hospital operating procedure.
• Maintains commitment to professional growth and competency.
• Identifies own learning needs by seeking colleagues input on unfamiliar or unusual procedures or cases.
• Maintains professional skills level by attendance at inservice offerings and review of current literature.
• Demonstrates a knowledge of institutional regulations regarding patient care, fire, and safety, infection control, disaster plans and emergency codes and procedures according to department procedures.
• Promotes the McLean Hospital philosophy to ensure quality care.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality at all times according to established procedures.
• Provides positive, supportive communication to patients, families, visitors and McLean personnel.
• Collaborates with other departments of the hospital and outside agencies to meet the identified needs of the patient.
• Use/s the Mass General Brigham values to govern decisions, actions and behaviors. These values guide how we get our work done:
  Patients, Affordability, Accountability & Service Commitment, Decisiveness, Innovation & Thoughtful Risk; and how we treat each other:
  Diversity & Inclusion, Integrity & Respect, Learning, Continuous Improvement & Personal Growth, Teamwork & Collaboration
• Other duties as assigned

• Graduate of an accredited college of Physical Therapy.
• Registered PT license in State of Massachusetts.
• Additional qualifications or certifications in project…