Physical Therapist - Carroll Hospital IP

Overview

CARROLL HOSPITAL, Westminster Maryland

Full Time Inpatient Physical Therapist

NovaCare Rehabilitation LifeBridge Health

**Sign On Bonus and/or Indefinite Student Debt Repayment Available**

Carroll Hospital in Westminster Maryland has joined the NovaCare / LifeBridge Health family as a Carroll County Inpatient rehabilitation provider. This is a 153 bed inpatient hospital seeking a full time physical therapist. New graduates are welcome to apply as we DO have experienced clinicians on staff able to offer mentorship. This is a 40 hour work week from 8am until 4pm with weekend rotations. We have a large clinical team of PTs, PTAs, OTs, COTAs and SLPs seeking a dynamic clinician who a passion for serving our diverse communities.

Position Summary

Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction. Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for those assigned patients. Ensures the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities. Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co-workers and self. Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services and design of program delivery. 

Seize the opportunity to join our highly trained and respected physical therapy team that provides preventative and rehabilitative services that help improve quality of life for the community in which they live and work. 

We provide advance treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with:

• Brain Injury
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Stroke
• Amputation
• Neurological Disorders
• Orthopedic Conditions
• Multiple Traumas

Full Time Benefits and Incentives:

• Multiple PPO Plans through BC/BS HSA to choose from
• Company matching 401(k)
• UNMATCHED Con Ed program
  • 300 onsite, synchronous and asynchronous CEU accrediting courses. (.75-14 CEUs)
  • Multiple Certification PAID (COMT, OCS, SCS, CSCS, NCS, CDN, etc.)
  • Outlined and defined Mentorship Program
  • Journal Clubs (institutional access to multiple journals)
• Clinical and Professional Development Tools
• Competitive compensation with additional incentives, bonuses and MORE
• Generous Paid Time Off Holidays Paid Sick Time

Apply today!

Please note: As a condition of employment, if not already completed, all new hires are required to receive the first dose of the COVID-19 Vaccination Series prior to their Occupational Health pre-employment assessment, and scheduled to complete the Vaccine Series within the first thirty (30) days of employment.

Shanel Green

Sr. Regional Outpatient Recruiter

NovaCare Rehabilitation / LifeBridge Health

Maryland, D.C. and Virginia

ssgreen@selectmedical.com

610.223.5944

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Responsibilities

• Understand appropriate state practice acts and adhere to the laws which govern how physical therapists may practice and whom physical therapists may supervise.
• Complete and maintain all corporate & clinical services required training and maintain compliance with state/local/federal regulations.
• Evaluate, treat, and direct treatment for patients for whom physical therapy is medically necessary and document this need clearly.
• Maintain open and respectful communication with co-workers, physicians, patients, family members, and third-party payors at all times.
• Attend and/or participate in facility meetings as directed by the center manager (may include utilization review, infection control, disaster preparedness, etc.)

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited school of physical therapy
• Valid State Physical Therapy License/ Registration REQUIRED to start
• Ability to work 40 hours per week with weekend rotation
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.
• Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift patients using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift. Must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds dead weight alone.
• Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a work day/shift.
• Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to evaluate, diagnose and monitor patient needs and to maintain accurate records, recognize people and provide directions.
• Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.
• Ability to push wheeled equipment through the facility and in the community.
• Possess fine motor skills for legible and accurate reporting, charting, scheduling, daily correspondence and presentations, either manually or through use of electronic equipment.
• Possess fine motor skills for effective and efficient handling of diagnostic or therapeutic equipment.

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.