Physical Therapist

Company: Mercy Medical Center (MD)
Facility: Mercy Health Services, Inc. at Baltimore
Department: Inpatient Physical Therapy


The Staff Physical Therapist provides specific physical therapy services aimed at assisting the patient in regaining an optimal level of ability in gross motor skills, muscular strength and function, mobility, the reduction of pain, and the improvement in the loss of skin/tissue integrity. The Staff Physical Therapist provides individualized care based upon needs of the patient and family.
EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE: Must possess a Masters degree in Physical Therapy. Must meet all requirements of The Maryland State Board of PT Examiners and licensed by this regulatory agency with a PT license. Must possess Level C CPR certification for health care providers. Prefers candidate with acute care experience, although will consider a new graduate with successful completion of acute care student affiliation. Must possess skills in acute care rehab management: gait/transfer training, therapeutic exercise, soft tissue treatments, electro-therapeutic modalities, wound care, orthotic and prosthetic training and checks. All documentation is computerized- competent keyboard skill are required. Must have a clear understanding of medical/rehabilitation language and abbreviations. Regular Full-time Day Shift Masters degree is required Certification Required Licensure Required Experience is required