Position Summary: Looking to fill a PRN position

A Physical Therapist provide services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of residents/patients suffering from injuries or disease.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate Degree from a college or university with an accredited Physical Therapy program.

Licenses/Certification:

• Current Physical Therapist license in the state employed.

• Current CPR certification.

Experience:

• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

Essential Functions

• Establishes and administers a treatment plan with specific therapy goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the physician.

• Assesses patient needs; plans for, evaluates and modifies care to meet goals of physical therapy interventions.

• Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each patient.

• Sets realistic and achievable goals for patients/residents.

• Documents and records the patients’/residents’ condition and progress per state and federal regulations.

• Educates patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.

• Optimizes the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing and/or overseeing the screening of all residents.

• Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, and other involved professionals.

• Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Other Functions

• Adhere to Minimum Data Set (MDS) procedures and effective care planning.

• Provides consultation and clinical supervision to PTA’s working in the facility.

• Other duties as assigned.