Physical therapist - $38-67 per hour | Alexandria, VA

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  • Location: Alexandria, VA

Joint Commission Center of Excellence for Spine, Hip, & Knee Replacement, a Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and accredited by AACVPR. Come join our fabulous team as a full time Physical Therapist. We offer mentorship and a wonderful culture to thrive in. As a Physical Therapist – You will select evaluation and treatment methods appropriate to the diagnosis, age group and physical/emotional status of patients while formulating appropriate treatment plans.

To help achieve our mission, you will demonstrate essential skill competencies in the use of treatment modalities, equipment, and protocols. The schedule includes THREE late night shifts a week. 12:00 - 8:30 or 12:30 - 9:00. Job Responsibilities:

- Documents the results of evaluations clearly and completely by including all essential elements according to department policy. - Completes daily progress notes that reflect patients' responses to treatment, actual performance, and an backssment as to status relevant to the treatment plan in addition to eventual discharge needs and treatment summaries if needed.

- Completes discharge notes that include a summary of the course of treatment, progress toward goals, discharge needs, recommendations for follow-up and patient and/or family education. - Documents clearly, concisely and legibly within established timeframes (e. g. allows other therapists to continue treatment, allows for interpretation

by payers, supports reimbursements). - Documents evidence of patient and family/caregiver education.

- Contacts families, physicians or other healthcare team members in anticipation of special needs of the patients or families in a timely manner to facilitate effective treatment plans. - Provides educational materials and methods appropriate to the patient's level of understanding and motivation and includes families/caregivers in education and training. - Demonstrates collaboration in communication with team members and is open to feedback and receptive to change. - Gives appropriate instruction and supervision to assistive personnel consistent with program/clinic policies and regulatory requirements.

- Assumes leadership roles in committees, department processes and special projects in accordance with clinical expertise and individual performance plans. Requirements: Experience: - New graduate physical therapist eligible. One year of experience preferred. Education: - Bachelor of Physical Therapy. Masters Preferred Certification: - BLS certified through the American Heart Association. Licensure: - Virginia License required upon start. #LI-CW1 Inova Job ID #650961. Posted job title: physical therapist For more details: jobs-search. org/physical-therapist_alexandria-c449899/job_i1969982668

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