Job position description:

. We’re looking for a full-time contract therapist (35 hours).

·         Determines each patient’s need for skilled therapy based on objective and documented criteria

·         Evaluates patients within one working day of physician’s order

·         Conducts the evaluation according to the standardized or recommend techniques and procedures including timely documentation

·         Develops treatment plan at the end of the evaluation which includes measurable and objective long and short-term goals for each patient based on the evaluation data

·         Follows each treatment plan in an objective, measurable and documented approach

·         Prepares a daily work schedule and completes all treatments scheduled

·         Requests assistance or adjusts therapy scheduled to avoid interference with the quality of service

·         Maintains timely and accurate records according to policies, procedures and regulations with included evaluations, screenings, progress notes, discharge summaries, labor and service logs

·         Maintains active and supportive communications with the patient, significant others, physicians and other team members concerning progress, problems, home programs, follow-up, and other issues related to the therapeutic process. 

·         Communicates pertinent information on a timely basis to supervisor and seeks guidance necessary for performance of duties.  Responds appropriately to clinical supervision as indicated by improving skills

·         In the Intensive Care Unit, he/she coordinates daily with patient’s nurse

·         Coordinates care on daily basis via discussion with medical staff and Physical, Occupational and Respiratory Therapies as well as Dietitians

·         Seeks frequent verbal interaction with attending physician in high acuity cases

·         Initiates early discussion with Discharge Planners to maximize treatment for the shorter duration cases (less than one week)

·         Conducts Modified Barium Swallow studies on the same day of referral

·         Documents plan of care on Evaluation form and Nurse’s RAND; does not write Clarification Orders 26. Diet texture changes recommended to physician on day of evaluation; follow individual physician guideline to change texture

Top benefits or perks:

• Reimbursements for necessary on-boarding requirements
• Steady and reliable Bi-weekly pay
• Flexible work hours
• Referral Bonus program (Paid 2 weeks after the referral begins)

Location:

Multiple locations throughout Virginia!

Contact/application information:

To be considered for this position, please submit your resume to [email protected]. If you are qualified, we will be in touch to schedule an interview. We look forward to hearing from you.