PRN Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical Therapist

The Physical Therapist will play a crucial role in providing high-quality rehabilitation services to our residents, with a focus on restoring mobility, improving strength and function, and enhancing overall quality of life.

Schedule: PRN, Weekdays, 8 Hour shifts, Day Shift

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Evaluate residents' physical abilities, functional status, and rehabilitation needs through comprehensive assessments.
• Develop personalized treatment plans based on assessment findings, resident goals, and evidence-based practice guidelines.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to address impairments, maximize functional independence, and promote safe mobility.
• Provide one-on-one physical therapy sessions to residents, utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques and modalities.
• Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to optimize outcomes and achieve rehabilitation goals.
• Collaborate with team members, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists, to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
• Educate residents and their families on exercise programs, safety techniques, and home exercise regimens to support ongoing rehabilitation and prevent re-injury.
• Document all physical therapy services provided, including initial evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries, in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in resident care conferences, team meetings, and in-service training sessions to share expertise, contribute to care planning, and stay informed about best practices in rehabilitation.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and effective communication skills.
• Perform all other duties assigned.

Requirements

• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Active CPR Certification, Fingerprint card, 2-step Tuberculin test
• No previous experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting is required but preferred.
• New Graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills, with proficiency in evaluating and treating a diverse range of conditions and diagnoses.
• Ability to build rapport with residents through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with residents, families, and team members.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, resident-centered care with empathy and compassion.

Physical Requirements:

• Work performed in a medical setting due to the need to work directly with residents.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the facility for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting of therapy equipment and assisting residents.
• Manual dexterity and coordination for performing therapeutic exercises, manipulating therapy tools, and conducting assessments.
• Strength and endurance to assist residents with mobility, transfers, and positioning as needed.
• Visual acuity and auditory perception to observe and assess resident movements and communicate effectively with residents and team members.
• Stamina and physical resilience to handle the demands of providing therapy services to multiple residents throughout the day.
• Compliance with infection control protocols and safety precautions to minimize the risk of injury or illness to oneself and others.
• Flexibility to adapt to various environmental conditions and accommodate the physical needs of residents with diverse mobility levels and functionality abilities.
• Ability to operate therapy equipment and assistive devices safely and effectively, following proper training and protocols.
• Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager.
• Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
• The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.

Larry H. Miller Senior Health