Location: Somersworth,NH, USA
Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
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Job Summary
At Wentworth-Douglass, we value people who contribute to patient-centered care that enhances community health; we recognize and reward those who share our values and transform our patients' lives. We invite you to explore opportunities, cultivate community wellness and professional growth, as Wentworth Douglass Hospital is part of the esteemed Mass General Brigham system.
About us: We are a dynamic physical therapy practice that incorporates evidence-based practice into treatment of clients with orthopedic and sports-related injuries. Our state-of-the-art facility includes an on-site sports performance center, aquatic center, and cutting-edge technology. Our clinical team encourages collaboration with fellow physical therapists, in addition to on-site occupational therapists, athletic trainers, and exercise physiologists to support our patients' needs. This is a great opportunity to develop or enhance advanced orthopedic and manual therapy skills. Seeking a candidate with a clinical specialist background, strong orthopedic and sports experience preferred.
Why Join Us:
* Our team is our strongest asset; our physical therapists are dedicated to providing high quality, evidence-based care; enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment with vast opportunities professional growth and development
* Our therapists have access to a wide variety of equipment, such as indoor/outdoor turf, strength and conditioning equipment, and a lap-size therapeutic pool
* We value our time providing skilled care to our patients; we prioritize 1:1 time with each of our patients to ensure we are maximizing functional outcomes
* Our system supports communication amongst members of a multi-disciplinary team; address your patient care needs effectively and efficiently
Qualifications
This position is located at our Marsh Brook - Somersworth, NH location.
The Clinical Specialist will assist the Rehab Team Leader with specialty program development & external marketing; participate in multidisciplinary rounds, provide formal & informal in-services /educational offerings for staff and the community; assess & track outcomes and develop plans, based on clinical outcomes & metrics and mentor peers. In addition, this position demonstrates competency in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to patient evaluation; development of care plans; administration of therapeutic interventions and documentation of clinical care.
1. Partnership and collaboration within specialty program.
2. Demonstrates competency in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to patient evaluation and development of care plan.
3. Demonstrates competency in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to the administration of therapeutic interventions.
4. Demonstrates competency in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to the documentation of clinical care.
. Maintains medical record including assessment, interventions and clinical response.
5. Demonstrates competency in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to the communication of clinical and operational information.
. Participates in daily inpatient discharge planning rounds.
6. Demonstrates competency in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to receiving and providing education.
.7. Demonstrates competency in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to the supervision of support staff.
Experience Minimum Required
* Min of 2000 hrs. of clinical practice in the specialty area, 25% which has occurred in the last 3 yrs.
Education Minimum Required
* BA or BS in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech Therapy
Training Minimum Required
* Post professional certification/specialization in area of specialty supported by National Board Exam or successful completion of Fellowship/Residency in area of specialization.
Special Skills Minimum Required
* Advanced clinical reasoning and mentorship exp
Licensure and/or Certifications Required
* NH License Physical Therapist
* AHA or ARC BLS within 2 weeks of hire
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Additional Job Description
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
7 Marsh Brook Drive
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital 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.
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