Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Physical Therapist - PEDS (Relief) Job Locations US-OR-Portland Requisition ID 2024-28659 Position Category Rehabilitative Position Type Relief/Flex/Resource Job Type AFSCME union represented Department DCH Rehab - Pediatric Rehabilitation Services Salary Range $44.91 - $61.65 per hour FTE 0.00 Schedule Flex - Days, may include Weekends Hours Days HR Mission Healthcare Drug Testable Yes Department Overview

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The purpose of this job/position is to function as a member of the Rehabilitation Services patient care team by providing physical therapy evaluation and treatment for our pediatric population. Treatment includes therapy services such as gait training, exercise patient/family education, wound care and various other physical modalities to assist patients in improving strength, endurance, mobility and flexibility. The physical therapist in this position would be expected to serve clients in multiple areas of Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, including the orthopedics, hematology/oncology, NICU, PICU and outpatient services.

 

Therapists evaluate each patient referred, establish treatment goals/objectives, develop a treatment plan, and implement the plan. Therapists are expected to supervise therapy interns, assist with other educational research activities conducted by the department or the hospital and meet hospital standards regarding documentation and productivity.

Function/Duties of Position

PROVIDES A SAFE THERAPEUTIC ENVIRONMENT

Ensures the safety and welfare of patients and fellow employeesUtilizes proper posture, sound body mechanics and principles for safe patient handlingConsiders the needs of patients, employees, medical staff, volunteers, vendors and members of the community in an informative, courteous and compassionate mannerMaintains general good physical and mental health and self-care in order not to jeopardize the health and safety of self and others in the hospital / clinical setting

PROFESSIONALISM

Maintains current knowledge of professional practice responsibilities and relevant national and state laws and issues which affect their practiceModels ethical appropriate behavior, professional standards, compliance, and personal integrityIdentifies and pursues continuing education opportunities; applies and shares new knowledgeParticipates in departmental staff meetings and in-service education programsTakes responsibility for special projects and assignments, and additional caseload when neededDisplays mature, empathetic and effective professional relationships by exhibiting compassion, integrity and concern for othersConducts oneself in an ethical and legal manner, upholding the APTA Code of Ethics, OHSU, federal privacy policies, and state statues / OAR's specific to discipline. Adapts to changing and demanding environments

SERVICE

Demonstrates excellent customer service and communication skills in all interactions with patients and family, including both telephone and face-to-face situationsUses I CARE for introduction and closingDemonstrates active listening skills and supportive, professional/behavior at all times, to patients, families and staffAddresses complaints and problems promptly and courteously, involving management when indicatedCommunicates with patients/families, other health care team members, in a time and cost efficient, courteous manner

PROVIDES SKILLED REHABILITATION TREATMENT

Prioritizes care needs given medical necessity, discharge plan, medical stability and appropriateness to participate in rehabilitationPerforms and documents skilled patient care activities, including direct treatment and caregiver/patient/family educationMonitors and adjusts treatment plan specific to patient progress Facilitates routine patient activity plans with nursing and other caregiversUpdates recommendations to team regarding continuing rehabilitation needs and plan as patient’s condition and situation warrantDirects, supports and provides supervision as required for PTA’s, Aides and volunteersDevelops and enhances patient care program and patient outcomes in specialty areaDocuments treatment and other patient contacts in patient's medical record in compliance with DNV, OHSU, OAR’s and third-party payer criteria

CARE COORDINATION

Collaborates with the patient, family and medical team in multi-disciplinary patient rounds, ensuring a common level of understanding of the patient’s rehabilitation needs, and providing recommendations for rehabilitation after dischargeRequests patient /family conferences as appropriate, and participates in conferences representing department, heightens awareness of and advocates for rehab needs of patientEnhances patient safety both during and after hospitalization by assisting the team in problem-solving, including but not limited to fall risk reduction, prevention of contracture, implementation of structured activity for patients with cognitive impairmentsProvides feedback and educates physicians, fellows, residents, and other health care providers about rehabilitation (including but not limited to medical necessity for skilled rehabilitation services and appropriate referrals, and expectations for rehabilitation outcome and rehabilitation service intensity at various levels of care)

CLINICAL EDUCATION

Provides evidenced-based clinical instruction experiences and supervision for physical therapy students and physical therapist assistant students, typically in a backup role to full time CI’sEnsure student completion of weekly goals; identifies and facilitates achievement of affiliation objectivesProvides regular feedback, completes CPI on schedule Participates in the supervision and training for students from other disciplines

PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Maintains current knowledge of, and complies with hospital and department policies and procedures, union contracts, etc.Ensures baseline skills for patient management in all inpatient areas and maintains proficiency through regular exposure and patient care activity, mentoring with other staff, and formal or informal peer review Participates in ongoing professional development, mentoring and competency assessment for self and other staff. Includes but is not limited to: attends educational classes appropriate to a job development, communicates additional training needs to direct supervisor, attends staff meetings and orients new staff, cross-trains for position in assigned or other areasAssists in department quality improvement. Independently maintains an organized schedule, solves schedule conflicts through peer collaboration and informs supervisor when adequate patient coverage is not available

DEPARTMENT OPERATIONS

Maintains a clean, safe and orderly environment for the patients, family and staff. Includes, but is not limited to: maintaining supplies, equipment and forms, notifying appropriate personnel when cleaning and repair of equipment is needed following infection control policiesEnsures return of equipment after patient use to designated place (whether unit-owned or department-owned)Ensures and supports the delivery of individualized, high quality, current and evidenced based patient instructional materials; appropriate for patient condition and learning preferencesEnsures scheduler / manager has ongoing, current availability for scheduling. Responds in a timely manner to scheduling requests; both for pre-scheduling requests for work opportunity response, and same day-notice unscheduled requests.Meets or exceeds departmental efficiency expectations Required Qualifications Graduate of an accredited physical therapy education program.Clinical Skills in evaluation, treatment and team collaboration, consistent with acute care physical therapist practiceMS or DPT in Physical TherapyA current license with the Oregon Physical Therapist Licensing Board as a Physical TherapistOR Completed an accredited physical therapy educational program and be eligible to obtain an Oregon Physical Therapy license or temporary permitAt the time of appointment must have at least a temporary permitCurrent American Heart Association BLS Certification

Compliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Preferred Qualifications DPTExperience in Pediatric Acute Rehab, PICU, NICU Additional Details

Salary Range: $44.91 - $61.65 per hour

Routine inpatient hospital environmentAbility to lift 40 lbs., to repeatedly carry equipment weighing more than 5 lbs. and to walk extensively on hard and soft surfaces. Frequent bending and reaching to navigate medical equipment or perform treatment is required. Motor ability to successfully assist patients in transfers, gait. Must have knowledge of inpatient medical environments and equipment such as oxygen/ventilation/respiratory apparatuses. Requires ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent medical situations that may arise with high risk or medically complex patient populations. All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.