Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Full Time Sign on Bonus

$10,000 paid out quarterly ($2,500)

• Review the physical therapy requirements of each resident admitted to the facility and assist the attending physician in planning for the resident's care

• Involve the resident/family in planning objectives and goals for the resident

• Review requests for physical therapy and physician's orders

• Interview resident to determine type of treatment

• Evaluate type of therapy most desirable after consulting with physician

• Participate in the development and implementation fo resident assessments (MDS) and care plans, including quarterly reviews

• Brief resident on procedures involved in physical therapy and prepare necessary equipment

• Assist in transporting resident to and from physical therapy room/area

• Demonstrate to resident and staff the use of medical appliances involved in physical therapy (e.g., wheelchairs, crutches, canes, braces, and prosthetic appliances and devices)

• Perform physical therapy in resident's room as necessary

• Determine proper equipment usage

• Recommend modifications or changes in the resident's therapy program based on own evaluation of progress

• Ensure all therapy notes are informative and descriptive of the care provided and of the resident's response to care.

Other Requirements :

Clear/Active Florida License

Pass a Level II Background Check

Must be able to pass a drug screen and be medically cleared

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Florida AHCA Level 2 background screening in accordance with state regulations.