Physical therapist
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital·Brattleboro, Vermont
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital·Brattleboro, Vermont
The staff physical therapist is responsible for evaluating patient physical conditions, designing, and implementing corrective treatment plans according to physical therapy principles. This includes continuous patient progress assessment, modification of plans, collaboration with other healthcare professionals, and maintaining accurate medical and business records.
Description Brattleboro Memorial Hospital / Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation
The 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.
Graduate of accredited P.T. program
Previous experience in acute care preferred, but entry level is acceptable.
State of Vermont license required, temporary license acceptable on entry. CPR certification required.
OSHA CATEGORY OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.
Standing - Up to 1/3 Walking - Up to 1/3 Sitting - 2/3 or more Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - Up to 1/3 Pushing/Pulling - None Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - None Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1/3 Tasting or smelling - None This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted.
Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more Up to 25 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2 Up to 50 pounds - Up to 1/3 Up to 100 pounds - None More than 100 pounds - None This position has special vision requirements.
Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus) WORK ENVIRONMENT This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.
Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3 Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3 Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3 Outdoor weather conditions - None Extreme cold (non-weather) - None Extreme heat (non-weather) - None Risk of electrical shock - None Work with explosives - None Risk of radiation - None Vibration - None The typical noise level for the environment is: Very Quiet Quiet Moderate Noise Loud Noise Hearing Ability to hear calls Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others EEO/ADA Statement Brattleboro 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.
Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155 In 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.
Market context
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