Physical Therapist

General Purpose

The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records.

Conducts in-services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.

Essential Duties


* Evaluate residents to determine physical therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.


* Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.


* Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.


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


* Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.


* Participates in Resident Care c onferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.


* Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.


* Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.


* Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.


* Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.


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


* Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.


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


* Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.


* Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements

Supervises PT assistants (PTA), aides, and students.

Qualification

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Physical Therapy.

Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs for Net Health and Point Click Care.

Language Skills

Ability to read technical procedures.

Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical...