Physical Therapist - Sign-On Bonus
Company: Carelink Inc
Location: East Providence
Posted on: October 22, 2024
Job Description:
Description:CareLink is a non-profit, mission-based 501c3
organization that was founded in 1997 by non-profit post-acute and
community-based organizations specializing in the care of older
adults and adults with disabilities. These organizations include
long-term care, housing, hospice, home care, assisted living and
adult-day health. In addition, CareLink is a direct provider of a
range of health and wellness services including rehabilitation
(PT/OT/SLP), mobile dental, audiology, podiatry, psychiatry, brain
health and wellness services. We keep individuals doing the things
that they want to do, independently, in the place they call home.We
are looking for a full-time (30-40 hours per week) Physical
Therapist to join the team in our Central RI Region, located
primarily at Tockwotton on the Waterfront! Occasional coverage
outside of this area may be required.We offer schedule flexibility,
great benefits, an amazing team, rewarding work, and much more! If
hired, you would be eligible for a sign-on bonus of $1,000 with
$500 paid upon hire and $500 paid upon completion of 6 months of
employment.Essential Functions:
- Fulfill all job functions of a staff Physical Therapist within
the clinical scope of practice.
- Diagnosing patients by observing their movements and listening
to their concerns
- Reviewing patients' medical histories and develops an
individualized treatment plan
- Outlining clear goals for patients and the expected outcomes of
the plan
- Using exercises, stretching, equipment, and hands-on therapy to
manage patients' pain, increase mobility, and prevent further pain
and injury
- Recording patients' progress and modifying the plan of care if
needed
- Educating patients and family members about the recovery
process
- Responsible for initiating prescriptive care as
appropriate.
- Communicating within a multi-disciplinary team who are
committed to the patients' well-being
- Responsible for documentation of these evaluations and
treatments, recording patient status, treatment response, changes
noted, patient/family education, recommendations and other
patient-centered actions taken.
- Assists in the implementation of patient treatment, including
overseeing Physical Therapist Assistant's as necessary.
- Complying with federal, state, and local certification
requirements.Administrative and Organizational Duties:
- Has a working knowledge of job duties, departmental policies,
and procedures; takes ownership to incorporate them in the daily
routine.
- Independently organizes a schedule that reflects patient care
priorities and facility needs and responsibilities.
- Carries a caseload that reflects the facilities productivity
standards.
- Ensures that equipment is in working condition and meets
departmental standards prior to patient's treatment.
- Apply indications and contraindications according to patient
diagnosis and standard operating procedures.Professional Behavior:
- Identifies own learning needs and seeks out educational
experiences to meet those needs.
- Demonstrates appropriate written and verbal communication.
- Follows directions given by Program Manager or other
supervisors and asks questions at an appropriate time and
place.
- Is receptive to constructive feedback regarding
performance.
- Uses appropriate channels of communication and assumes
responsibility for securing a satisfactory response.
- Disposition, temperament and reactions are consistent with the
philosophy that the patient's welfare is the prime objective.
- A team player that demonstrates a willingness to meet
departmental needs, weekend rotation, coverage and schedule changes
and site changes when census demands.
- Actively participates in finding solutions to identified
problems.Performance Skills:
- Commitment to providing high quality evidence-based, health
care services
- Attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Ability to problem solve
- Customer service focus
- Willingness to learn
- Situation-appropriate sense of urgency, prioritization skills,
follow through and sense of task
ownershipRequirements:Education/Experience:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from a CAPTE-accredited
physical therapist program
- Valid Physical Therapist license in the state of RI
- Interest in working with all abilities including the
intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD)
population
- Must possess a valid and current driver license and auto
insurance.
- Current (or willing to obtain) BLS and/or CPR certification
from the American Heart Association or American Red
CrossCompensation details: 41-47 Hourly
WagePI0fd181cef6ad-31181-35724262
Keywords: Carelink Inc, Pawtucket , Physical Therapist - Sign-On Bonus, Healthcare , East Providence, Rhode Island
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