Physical Therapist - PRN

Lakewood Post Acute & Rehabilitation is hiring a PRN PT!

Shift: PRN

Lakewood Post Acute & Rehabilitation specializes in 24-hour skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation.

Our facility boasts state-of-the-art private recovery suites, with personal on-suite showers and bathrooms.

Lakewood Post Acute is a beautiful facility, but we're not just awesome on the outside- we make sure our staff feels valued on the inside.

What to expect:

Provide physical therapy services

Why Lakewood Post Acute & Rehabilitation ?

Competitive pay

Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)

401k with match (Full-time only)

Paid Time Off (Full-time only)

Sick Leave

Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities

Fun environment and a great staff to work with!

Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents.

Successful Candidates:

Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Physical Therapist in CO

Experience in post-acute or in a skilled nursing facility a plus!

Rate $48-$55/hour

Ready to make a difference?

After applying, click the link below to book a convenient time to talk or contact Roxane, our Regional Recruiter, at 720-675-6543: https://calendly.com/roxane-keenan/roxane-keenan-15-minute-call

Join us at Lakewood Post Acute & Rehabilitation and be part of an awesome team dedicated to providing the best care possible!

Essential Duties

• Evaluate patients within twenty-four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral.

If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay.

• Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician.

• Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.

• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.

• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act.

• Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.

• Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed.

• Participate in in-services training program for other staff in the facility.

• Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per PT Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements.

• Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.

• Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.

• Participate in discharge planning.

• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars.

• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.

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