Physical Therapist Assistant, Inpatient

University of Maryland Medical System

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Easton, Maryland

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Deliver physical therapy services through patient evaluation, goal determination, and the development of treatment plans. Maintain accurate medical records and participate in performance improvement activities to ensure high-quality inpatient care.

Qualifications

You have an Associate's Degree and are a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in Maryland. You are also required to have current ACLS or BCLS certification.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Physical Therapy

ACLS

BCLS

Job Description

Job Requirements

Job Description

SCHEDULE

Mon - Fri; 8am to 4:30pm

JOB SUMMARY:

Deliver physical therapy services through evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. This is an Inpatient position.  

JOB DUTIES:

  1. Performs direct physical therapy services to patients in accordance with Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy Practice, code of ethics, and departmental policies and procedures for the delivery of limited physical therapy services.*

  2. Records patient data collected for re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record, in accordance with departmental documentation standards.*

  3. Participates in performance improvement activities and suggests areas for improvement to colleagues in a tactful and considerate manner. Proposes performance improvement topics and alternate treatment techniques to improve occupational therapy services.*

  4. Assumes responsibility to resolve or report clinical and operational issues to department leadership for resolution, in order to assure high quality care, and efficient departmental operations.*

  5. Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.*



Work Experience

Qualifications

  • Associate’s Degree, required.

  • Bachelor’s degree, preferred. 

  • One (1) year of related experience, preferred.

  • Current licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Maryland, required. 

  • Current ACLS or BCLS certification, required.



University of Maryland Medical System

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) was created in 1984 when the state-owned University Hospital became a private, nonprofit organization. It has evolved into a multi-hospital system with academic, community and specialty service missions reaching every part of the state and beyond. UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, neurocare, cardiac care, women's and children's health and physical rehabilitation. It also has one of the world's largest kidney transplant programs, as well as scores of other programs that improve the physical and mental health of thousands of people daily. The hospitals and health systems that comprise UMMS are: University of Maryland Medical Center University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus UM Rehabilitation and Orthopaedic Institute UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center UM Capital Region Health UM Charles Regional Medical Center UM St. Joseph Medical Center UM Upper Chesapeake Health UM Shore Regional Health Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital UM Community Medical Group
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