Physical Therapist

Description: Description - ExternalMcLean Hospital is a comprehensive psychiatric hospital committed to providing easy access to superior quality, costeffectivemental health services in the Boston area, Massachusetts and beyond. Since 1811, McLean Hospital has beena world leader in the treatment of mental illness and chemical dependency, research into the cause of mental illness andthe training of generations of mental health care providers. McLean's multidisciplinary programs treat a broad range ofpsychiatric illnesses across the full continuum of care. General Summary/ Overview: Summarize the nature and level of work performed. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Indicate key areas of responsibility, major job duties, special projects and key objectives for this position. These items should be evaluated throughout the year and included in the written annual evaluation. Responsible for the evaluation, treatment planning and treatment implementation of all referred patients. Performs thorough and complete evaluation upon receipt of MD referral. Verifies physician order according to department standard operating procedure prior to initiating evaluation. Demonstrates consistent procedure to identify specific patient problems. Demonstrates consistent ability to interpret evaluation results and develop treatment plan. Documents evaluation and treatment plan according to department standard operating procedure. Administers physical therapy treatment to patients according to department standard operating procedures in order to maximize their potential physical functioning at their optimal level. Acquires and maintains the skills necessary to perform treatment and procedures. Treats patients as per treatment plan, goals and timeframe. As indicated, monitors treatment carried out by supportive personnel. Evaluates patient response to treatment and modifies treatment plan as documented in progress note. Provides for patient safety at all times. Evaluates patient’s readiness for treatment based on established treatment goals indicated in documentation. Evaluates patient treatment needs and pursues follow-up program (referrals, home exercise, etc.) as documented in the discharge summary. Maintains and completes accurate documentation, department records, and reports. Maintains and completes accurate written patient care records in a timely manner in compliance with regulatory agencies. Records all patient charges accurately and sends to accounting department weekly. As indicated, ensures correct release of information is obtained prior to all referrals being made according to hospital procedure.