Physical Therapist (Pelvic Floor Specialist) - Part Time- St Mary Medical Center

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: A physical therapist is responsible for the evaluation, comprehensive treatment planning and implementation of treatment for patients with medical, surgical, neurological, cardiopulmonary or functional disorders.

A pelvic floor specialist will have an advanced knowledge in the ability to evaluate and treat pelvic and colorectal disorders. A pelvic floor Specialist will also maintain the appropriate education and credentialing as it relates to pelvic and colorectal disorders. A pelvic floor specialist will be required to have completed the appropriate beginner and intermediate training specific to pelvic and colorectal disorders for both males and females.

The beginner training would include (but not limited to) external and internal pelvic floor evaluation and treatment (as it relates to urinary incontinence and/or urogynecological pain syndromes). The intermediate training would include (but not limited to) male pelvic floor including colorectal examination and treatment and manual therapy treatment of pelvic pain and dysautonomia.

Tuesday/Thursdays with some early evening requirement

• Develops a comprehensive plan of care and provides treatment with appropriate and effective techniques to achieve established goals with an emphasis on functional status

• Provides supervision for physical therapist assistants, P.M & R. technicians, students and volunteers as required.

• In collaboration with leadership identifies marketing opportunities and identifies changes in referral patterns that will negatively or positively impact volumes.

• Adheres to the Code of Ethics of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Practice Act of the Commonwealth of PA.

• Interprets and utilizes clinical data in the treatment plan.

• Completes all documentation according to departmental policy and regulatory standards.

• Prioritizes and organizes work assignment and adjust priorities based on changing situations.

• Follows hospital and departmental infection control policies and procedures when carrying out responsibilities.

• Consistently assesses and modifies approach, communication, care, activities, etc. to reflect the needs of patient based on age, cultural diversity and developmental level.

• Participates in the continuing education to stay abreast of new research and to fulfill credentialing requirement.

• Incorporates education into daily patient activity, and individualizes educational plan based on patient's needs.

• Participates in the orientation and training process

• Demonstrates competency via successful completion of annual departmental skills checklist.

• Participates in performance improvement process as appropriate.

• Assumes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Lead/ Manager.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's Degree required & 1 year minimum experience

• W orking knowledge of female and male pelvic diagnosis

• Current State PT license

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Master's Degree and 5-8 years experience preferred

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.