PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Description: Brattleboro Memorial Hospital / Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation

Job DescriptionJob Title: Physical Therapist

FTE: 0.8

Job Code: 240

FLSA Status: Exempt Department Name: Physical Therapy

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont

Job Summary: The staff physical therapist is responsible for the evaluation of patient’s physical condition and needs, and the design and implementation of a corrective treatment plan according to the principles and practice of physical therapy. This includes continuous assessment of the patient’s progress and modification of the plan and goals as necessary, collaborative consultation with other health care professionals and maintenance of accurate and timely medical and business records. The physical therapist has supervisory responsibilities over the clinical activities of P.T. assistant and at least one affiliating student per year. Participation in departmental quality improvement activities, community outreach and program development is also required. Dept. Scope Of ServiceThe Physical Therapy department in Rehabilitation Services provides timely and accurate assessments and treatment programs to meet the needs of inpatient and outpatient clientele as ordered by the medical staff and/or as defined in departmental policies. This service is provided for all patient populations including children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. Care is defined according to the professional standards of the American Physical Therapy Association. RequirementsEducationGraduate of accredited P.T. program ExperiencePrevious experience in acute care preferred, but entry level is acceptable. Licensure/CertificationState of Vermont license required, temporary license acceptable on entry. CPR certification required. Mental EffortsRequires hand-eye coordination Corrected vision/hearing to normal range Ability to read and write Ability to organize work load and handle multiple priorities Physical DemandsOn-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities. Standing Walking Sitting Talking or Hearing This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted. Up to 30 pounds Work EnvironmentThis position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions. The Typical Noise Level For An Office Environment IsQuiet Moderate Noise EEO/ADA StatementBrattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources. This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support operations.** Compensation Disclosure In Accordance With Vermont Act 155In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process. Salary Description $89,440.00 to $106,059.20 Annual