Physical Therapist
Full-time
Grammar LLC
Role: Physical Therapist
Location: Las Cruces, NM
Position: Full Time + Benefits
- Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy.
- Basic Life Support certification. Responsibilities: 1. Patient Evaluation & Assessment
- Assess physical, cognitive, and emotional status after illness, injury, or surgery
- Evaluate ability to perform Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) (e.g., bathing, dressing, eating)
- Identify deficits in strength, coordination, mobility, and cognition
- Review medical history and collaborate with physicians and nurses
️ 2. Treatment Planning & Goal Setting
- Develop short-term, functional, and patient-centered goals
- Create individualized treatment plans focused on recovery and safety
- Prioritize rapid improvement for discharge readiness
3. Functional Rehabilitation
- Train patients in ADLs (grooming, toileting, feeding, dressing)
- Improve upper body strength, coordination, and endurance
- Work on mobility tasks like bed transfers, sitting balance, and basic ambulation
4. Cognitive & Perceptual Training
- Address memory, attention, problem-solving, and safety awareness
- Help patients with conditions like stroke, brain injury, or delirium
⚠️ 5. Safety & Discharge Planning
- Recommend adaptive equipment (e.g., walkers, grab bars, commodes)
- Assess home environment needs for safe discharge
- Educate patients and families on fall prevention and precautions
6. Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Work closely with:
- Physicians
- Nurses
- Physical Therapists
- Speech Therapists
- Case managers
- Participate in discharge planning and care coordination meetings
7. Patient & Family Education
- Teach safe techniques for daily activities
- Instruct caregivers on assisting patients properly
- Provide energy conservation techniques
8. Early Mobilization
- Initiate movement early (even in ICU settings when possible)
- Prevent complications like muscle wasting, pressure sores, and deconditioning
9. Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records
- Document progress, goals, and outcomes
- Ensure compliance with hospital and insurance guidelines
10. Use of Adaptive Techniques & Equipment
- Introduce assistive devices for independence
- Train patients on proper usage
Key Focus in Acute Care
- Short-term, high-impact interventions
Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
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