Physical Therapist at University of Maryland Medical System in Glen Burnie, Maryland

Job Description:

Job Description

Job Summary



Delivers physical therapy services through the evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.



Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs physical therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted standards, Maryland Department of Health Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, code of ethics, and departmental and/or organizational policies and procedures.

• Performs patient assessments and develops individualized treatment plan programs for clients/patients to improve movement, manage pain, and/or prevent injury. Develops and maintains long- and short-term treatment objectives and re-evaluates and modifies treatment programs as necessary.

• Records patient evaluations, re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record, in accordance with departmental documentation standards.

• Informs patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members of evaluation results and plan for treatment and refers for further evaluation.

• Plans and provides therapy education and counseling to individuals.

• Provides mentorship and training to clinical team members and/or students as eligible based on departmental needs.

• Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.

• Participates in performance improvement activities and suggests areas for improvement to colleagues in a tactful and considerate manner. Proposes performance improvement topics and alternate treatment techniques to improve therapy services.

• Reports clinical and operational issues to departmental leadership and assists in their resolution to assure high quality care and efficient departmental operations.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Company Description
Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center - named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021! As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state's busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another. The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we're home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland's health. Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.


Qualifications

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  Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree required. Bachelor's or Master's degree accepted if licensed prior to 2016 (per previous licensing requirement)


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  Experience: None


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  Licensure/Certifications:
  
  
  
  • Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Maryland
  
  
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  
  
  
  

Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.


Compensation

• Pay Range: $34.21-$57.37


• Other Compensation (if applicable):


• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide

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