5-7 years of experience in a clinical physical therapy setting is preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
Licensed to practice in Massachusetts.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
Responsibilities
Evaluate new patients and set measurable treatment goals.
Administer diagnostic tests to assess impairment.
Implement treatment modalities and modify plans based on progress.
Document patient care and communicate effectively with healthcare team.
Instruct patients and families on therapeutic procedures for home.
Train and supervise Physical Therapist Assistants and students as needed.
Maintain departmental procedures and ensure adherence to safety standards.
Benefits
Participation in professional development programs and workshops.
Access to current literature and in-service meetings for continued learning.
Opportunity to enhance skills in a supportive environment.
Guidance and direction provided for career advancement.
Full Job Description
Purpose of Position To organize and conduct medically prescribed treatment programs for adult and pediatric patients to help restore function and prevent disability according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.
Description
Evaluates new patients, sets objective measurable treatment goals for functional outcome, establishes appropriate treatment programs, and provides documentation of same.
Administers diagnostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests to determine the extent of the patient's impairment and the prognosis for improvement.
Carries out appropriate treatment modalities, and re-evaluates the patient as needed, modifying the treatment plan based on patient progress.
Provides objective, analytic documentation of patient care, patient/family education, and communication with other caregivers.
Communicates effectively with medical/allied health personnel, regarding patient progress, needs, and discharge planning.
Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures to be continued by patient and family.
Assists in training new personnel as requested by manager.
Provides guidance and direction to Physical Therapist Assistants, Aides, and affiliating students.
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment programs, quality improvement initiatives, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.
Attends meetings as required.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in approved education programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
Maintains daily statistical records of patient activity and charges.
Performs other work related duties as assigned or requested.
Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital's commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.
Qualifications
Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited Physical Therapy Program
Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Current BLS
S19T: For PT Clinical Specialist, must meet all qualifications noted above, as well as the following: ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serves as a clinical resource for rehabilitation staff in a focused area of clinical expertise; plans and conducts treatment programs for patients.
Assists management in the planning, development, organization and supervision of the specified clinical specialty area.
Documentation of Specialist Certification.
About Cape Cod Healthcare
Cape Cod Healthcare is a healthcare system that provides medical services to residents of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The system includes two hospitals, several outpatient facilities, and a physician network. Cape Cod Healthcare was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Hyannis, Massachusetts.
