Physical Therapist - Inpatient AAMC -$5,000 Sign on Bonus - Luminis Health

Position Objective:

Evaluates patients, neonatal through geriatric, for physical therapy services and provides therapeutic intervention according to departmental standards. Assesses the appropriateness and effectiveness of services provided to patients and documents same according to departmental standards and the special needs of patients of all ages.

Essential Job Duties:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions 

1. Conducts Physical Therapy evaluations and treatments using a variety of appropriate treatment techniques and documents according to established departmental policies and procedures.
2. Participate in department or hospital initiative for the community as appropriate.
3. Demonstrates the ability and required competencies to cross cover by evaluating and treating patients with a variety of diagnoses in various units.
4. Participates in departmental process improvement initiatives (huddle, metrics, and innovative ideas).
5. Meets departmental productivity standards and completes productivity logs in a timely manner.
6. Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives, engaging in excellent customer service practices, including but not limited to, following ICARE.
7. Actively participates in interdisciplinary meetings, departmental in-service activities and/or evidence based journal article review; conducts in-services for AAMC-funded continuing education courses in a timely manner.
8. Provides technical supervision, direction, and support to staff Physical Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapy Aides, students, and volunteers
9. Consults with and serves as a resource for physicians, nursing staff, and other clinicians to increase knowledge of Physical Therapy and to identify the need for Physical Therapy services for patients of all ages.
10. Functions as Supervisor in the absence of the Physical Therapy Supervisor, as designated.

Educational/Experience Requirements:

The minimum level of education and experience for this position includes:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy.
• Acute care or related experience preferred; however, new graduates will be considered depending on current departmental staffing.

Required License/Certifications:

• Current license in Physical Therapy by the Board of Physical Therapy Examiners of Maryland.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS CPR certification.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands:

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

Physical Demands – Heavy lifting

Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position.  This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.

Luminis Health Benefits Overview:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs

• Eligible for shift differentials/OT

• Eligible for commitment bonus
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
*Benefit offerings based on employment status