PHYSICAL THERAPIST INPATIENT

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Dynamic inpatient, acute care opportunity at New Mexico’s only Level 1 trauma center and the state’s premier teaching hospital. This is a rotating position within the hospital for all adult ICU and progressive care units. As a member of the UNMH physical therapy team, you will be part of a rehab department encompassing both O.T. and P.T. You will have the opportunity to work in a variety of adult acute care units and, if desired, may rotate through the Children’s Hospital of N.M. You will work with a group of highly skilled therapists and medical teams. Educational opportunities abound. Many of our therapists also teach in the UNM Physical Therapy and/or Occupational Therapy educational programs. Experience preferred however, new grads are welcome and, if selected, will be supported with a strong mentorship program.

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department: Rehabilitation Services

FTE: 1.00
Full Time
Shift: Rotating

Position Summary:
Organize and deliver medically-prescribed physical therapy to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury or loss of a body part. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric age groups.

Detailed responsibilities:

• PATIENT SAFETY 1 – Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
• DEVELOPMENT – Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
• PATIENT SAFETY 2 – Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
• PATIENT SAFETY 3 – Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
• CONSULTATION – Consult with medical staff on patient care
• PATIENT SAFETY 4 – Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
• TRAINING – Conduct training for medical, nursing and ancillary personnel in therapy techniques and objectives; provide clinical direction through mentoring, planning and implementing staff in-service training
• PATIENT SAFETY 5 – Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don’t understand or may “not seem right”
• SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT – Order supplies and equipment
• THERAPY – Evaluate patient to determine treatment goals; outline delivery of therapy according to assessed needs; plan therapy program involving physical means to include exercise, massage, heat, sound, water, light, and electricity
• EVALUATION – Apply methodology for evaluation of functional ability
• EDUCATION – Educate patient in use of specialized equipment, posture control, and therapeutic procedures
• INSTRUCTION – Instruct caregivers on prescribed physical therapy regimen; instruct patients and caregivers on home and personal safety in various environments
• THERAPY – Adapt therapy techniques to meet patient needs
• SUPERVISION – Supervise and instruct Physical Therapy students and volunteers as delegated; delegate patient treatment responsibilities to ancillary staff as appropriate
• DOCUMENTATION – Document all patient care activities; process patient billing
• MODIFICATIONS – Assess home environment for modifications; make recommendations on modifications needed to maximize daily living activities
• INSURANCE – Complete insurance documentation as required
• CUSTOMER RELATIONS – Establish and maintain good rapport and effective working relationships with patients, visitors, physicians and Hospitals employees

Qualifications

Education:
Essential:

• Bachelor’s Degree

Education specialization:
Essential:

• Related Discipline

Experience:
Essential:

Nonessential:
Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo 1 year directly related experience

Credentials:
Essential:

• CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
• NM Physical Therapist License or Temporary License

Physical Conditions:
Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Working conditions:
Essential:

• Med Haz: Mod exposure to chemicals/dangerous equip/materials
• Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required

Sign-On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Department: Clinical Care