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With over 150 years of caring for our community and each other in the Washington DC area, Howard University Hospital has a world-renowned reputation for high-quality, patient-centric care. Howard University Hospital is the nation's only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black University and has created a superior learning environment, with groundbreaking research and positive patient outcomes.
Howard University Hospital seeks to hire a Full-time Outpatient Physical Therapist who will embrace our rich and historic tradition of excellence. If you want to make a difference in someone's life every day, consider a position with a team of professionals who are doing just that, making a difference.
Outpatient Physical Therapist:
Pay Range: $39.26-$62.81 (actual offers are based upon applicants relevant experience pertaining to the position)
Fulltime: Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5PM
Gathers information necessary to properly evaluate and treat referred patients
Performs complete initial Physical Therapy evaluation on patients referred by physicians or departmental protocol
Develops and implements treatment plans and programs for patients based on diagnostic and prognostic neuro-muscular assessment
Develops treatment plans and programs for patients including long term and short term goals. Obtains approval from referring physicians prior to commencing treatment
Provides information to the medical staff and other health personnel which may cause required modifications of treatment prescriptions and/or plans and goals
Administers and monitors a variety of modalities of treatment
Presents patients with recommendations for equipment and/or assistive devices and instructs patients/families in the use and maintenance of adaptive appliances
Coordinates home programs and referrals for community services through social services and/or the manager of Physical Therapy
Maintains appropriate records on all patients, noting prescription of therapy, patient problems, patients' reactions to treatment, treatment plans, goals and other necessary observation relative to the treatment process
Obtains supplemental information to modify treatment and/or make referrals to other appropriate disciplines
Participates in quality assessment programs/activities and in-service continuing education programs. Ensures the safety of patients and staff in the therapeutic environment
Participates in community educational activities or service programs regarding issues of Physical Therapy as required
Qualified candidates will possess: Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an institution accredited to the Committee on Accreditation in Education, American Physical Therapy Association.
*Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy obtained prior to January 2016 will be accepted*
Completion of a clinical internship in Physical Therapy
Licensure to practice in the District of Columbia
Maintains active American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification
Special expertise in management of a specialized type of disability, e.g. cardiovascular, neurological, etc. is desirable
At Howard University Hospital our job is to care for you. We do this by offering: Work life balance
Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
Compliance Statements
CULTURE OF CARE
Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture that promotes accountability, learning, and patient safety.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
Howard University Hospital is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department at
PAY TRANSPARENCY
Salary ranges listed in job postings reflect the expected compensation range for the position and are provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Final compensation is determined based on experience, education, internal equity, and other relevant factors.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.
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Worksite address
washington, DC, 20022, US
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