Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Physical Therapist

Salary Range: $39.78 - $42.4 per hour

Schedule: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday with no weekend rotation

Location: Skilled Nursing Facility

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our team at our Skilled Nursing Facility. As a Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing individualized treatment programs for our patients to help them improve their mobility, strength, and overall physical function.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct initial evaluations and ongoing assessments of patients' physical abilities and limitations

- Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results and patient goals

- Utilize a variety of techniques and modalities to improve patients' physical function and reduce pain

- Monitor and document patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed

- Educate patients and their families on exercises and techniques to continue at home

- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for patients

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation

- Keep abreast of new developments and techniques in the field of physical therapy

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program

- Current state license to practice as a Physical Therapist

- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist, preferably in a skilled nursing or rehabilitation setting

- Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, techniques, and modalities

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care

- Basic computer skills and proficiency in electronic medical records