Physical Therapy Student/New-Grad, FT - Cape Cod/Orleans

Doctor of Physical Therapy Program studentsSign On Bonus $25,000 ~ Limited Time Only ~$15k paid before graduation / $10k paid after commencement of employment as a licensed PTSchedule : Full time 40 hours / week after licensed in MassachusettsLocation : Orleans / Cape Cod MassachusettsProvide physical therapy services to patients who have impairments, functional limitations, or disabilities resulting from injury, disease or other causes. Practice in collaboration with other members of interdisciplinary team. Educate patients, families and others. Direct and supervise support personnel. Manage technical, environmental, and financial resources effectively and efficiently.Responsibilities Physical Therapy needs are assessed and evaluated according to organizational and professional guidelines.Treatment plan reflects understanding of patients' age and situation including discharge plan.Treatment plan is revised based on patient progress towards stated goals.Documentation is complete, timely and in accordance with facility and practice guidelines.Therapy and health care students are oriented, trained, and mentored to achieve stated performance expectations.Performance Improvement opportunities are identified and acted upon as appropriate to implement best practices.Additional department, organization, or network activities are completed per established objectives.Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are upheld.Minimum Requirements Education / Degree : Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.Licensure : Licensed (and in good standing) as a physical therapist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.Experience Required : A minimum of 2 years experience for Advanced Clinician. A minimum of 5 years experience for Clinical Specialist. A minimum of 10 years experience for Advanced Clinical Specialist.Skills : BLS required. Effective verbal and written communication skills with the English language. Basic skills in math and computer science. Appropriate knowledge of physical therapy evaluation and treatment techniques to manage the rehabilitation population. Effective problem solving skills for physical therapy evaluation, interpretation, treatment planning and execution taking into consideration patient's age, psychosocial, cultural and religious background. Basic skills in teaching others and self-assessment of learning needs, strengths, and professional goals. Safely execute all job responsibilities without risking injury to self or patients. Demonstrates the ability to assess and interact with patients and families using the theories of human growth and development, family systems, and cultural background. Computer proficiency required. Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software. Maintain variable work schedule depending on hospital / program needs to provide patient care (evening, holidays, weekend and travel).Preferred Qualifications Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population. Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team. Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them. High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations. Attention to detail.Additional Information Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and / or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary : $15,000