Physical Therapist

Role: Physical Therapist
Location: Las Cruces, NM
Position: Full Time + Benefits

• 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