Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Description Summary

This position is designed for either a Physical Therapist or a Physical Therapist Assistant. It is a PRN position with support at least one weekend per month, periodic holidays with opportunities for additional weekday hours.

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The Physical Therapist (PT) will evaluate, plan, and implement therapy programs for patients across various settings. Responsibilities include performing initial assessments, developing and adjusting treatment plans, administering therapeutic exercises, activities, and other interventions, and supervising Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and students. The role requires maintaining accurate documentation, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and demonstrating consistent attendance and reliability.

The PT will stay current with evidence-based practices and adhere to institutional policies, guidelines, and protocols to provide the highest standard of care.

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will support Physical Therapists in the planning and implementation of therapy programs for patients across various settings. Responsibilities include administering therapeutic exercises, activities, and other interventions, modalities and strategies to improve patients’ functional abilities and quality of life. The role requires maintaining accurate documentation, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and demonstrating consistent attendance and reliability.

The PTA will also stay current with evidence-based practices and adhere to institutional policies, guidelines, and protocols to provide the highest standard of care.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

PRN

Cost Center

CC004828 ORBG - IP Rehab Therapy

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-30

Scheduled Weekly Hours

8

Work Shift

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Patient-Centered Care

• PT only:
  Perform comprehensive evaluations and assessments of patients' conditions.
• Develop and/or implement individualized treatment plans.
• Administer and oversee therapeutic exercises, activities, and interventions.
• Monitor and document patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
• PT only:
  May provide care in a direct access environment without a referral, adhering to state practice acts and legal guidelines.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with physical therapy team members, occupational therapy team members, speech-language pathologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic patient care.
• Participate in care conferences to discuss patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Effectively communicate with patients, their families, team members, and other partners and stakeholders to foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to care.

Documentation

• Perform point-of-service documentation where possible, ensuring accurate and timely recording of patient evaluations, progress, treatment interventions, and charges.
• Maintain patient records in compliance with legal and institutional requirements.

Professional Development and Adherence to Standards

• Engage in continuous learning and professional development to maintain licensure and provide high-quality care.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in physical therapy.
• Follow all institutional policies, guidelines, and protocols related to patient care and safety.
• Maintain compliance with ethical and professional standards in physical therapy.

Customer Experience

• Actively promote an excellent experience for all patients, families, team members, and other partners and stakeholders.

Productivity Standards

• Maintain productivity standards as delineated in departmental key performance indicators (KPIs).

Safety

• Ensure patient safety during therapy sessions, adhering to infection control protocols, and maintaining or supporting a safe environment of care.

Equipment and Assistive Devices

• Instruct patients in the proper use of adaptive equipment and assistive devices to promote independence.

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