Physical Therapist 1

Overview and Responsibilities

Johns Hopkins Intrastaff connects professionals with flexible temporary opportunities across clinical, allied health, administrative, IT, and other fields. With full-time, part-time, per diem, and long-term assignments, you can enjoy the flexibility of temporary work while benefiting from the support and resources of a world-renowned health system.  Physical Therapist I 

Role Summary:

The Physical Therapist I evaluates and treats patients with a variety of physical impairments and functional limitations. This role develops individualized treatment plans, collaborates with interdisciplinary care teams, and delivers evidence-based interventions designed to maximize patient outcomes.

Success in this position includes:

• Delivering high-quality patient-centered physical therapy services.
• Achieving departmental productivity and documentation standards.
• Supporting safe patient discharges and transitions of care.
• Contributing to positive functional outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Work Location: Baltimore, MD

Work Model: Onsite at Johns Hopkins Hospital

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am  - 4:30 pm. No on-call.  Weekends/Holidays optional

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

• Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and assignment requirements.

Benefits May Include

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities

Interview Process

Recruiter Screening

Hiring Manager Interview

Department Interview (if applicable)

Offer 

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans based on physician orders and clinical findings.
• Establish objective, measurable rehabilitation goals and monitor progress throughout the course of care.
• Deliver evidence-based physical therapy interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
• Document evaluations, treatments, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately within established timelines.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients, families, caregivers, staff, and students regarding treatment plans and rehabilitation goals.
• Participate in discharge planning and ensure appropriate recommendations for continued care and follow-up services.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate changes in condition to appropriate healthcare team members.
• Maintain departmental productivity standards while delivering exceptional patient care.
• Participate in continuing education, quality improvement initiatives, departmental activities, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy earned prior to January 1, 2015 may be accepted in accordance with historical licensure requirements.

Required Licensure and Certification

• Active Physical Therapist license in Maryland.

Require Qualifications

• 3 years of physical therapy experience.
• At least 1 year of previous experience in an acute care hospital
• Experience evaluating and treating patients across various rehabilitation diagnoses.
• Ability to document patient care accurately within an electronic medical record (EMR).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Commitment to patient safety, ethical practice, and evidence-based care. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialty rehabilitation certifications.
• Advanced training in orthopedic, neurologic, geriatric, or acute care rehabilitation. 
• Experience with interdisciplinary treatment planning.
• Knowledge of Johns Hopkins clinical standards and practices.
• Experience mentoring students or participating in clinical education programs.
• Familiarity with quality improvement or clinical research initiatives.
• Experience working with electronic healthcare record systems.
• Strong organizational and caseload management skills.
• Additional rehabilitation certifications or specialty training.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.