Forest Manor- PRN PT

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Northport, AL 

Job Summary:

The PRN Physical Therapist provides high-quality rehabilitative care to residents in a skilled nursing facility on an as-needed basis. This role focuses on evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with mobility, functional, and physical impairments to improve independence, safety, and overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans

• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions including exercise, manual therapy, gait training, and functional mobility training

• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate

• Document all evaluations, treatments, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with regulatory and facility guidelines

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including physicians, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and nursing staff

• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, home exercise programs, and safety strategies

• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and other payer guidelines

• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations

• Participate in care planning meetings as needed

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent from an accredited program

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist

• Current CPR/BLS certification

• Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility or geriatric setting preferred

• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and adapt to varying patient caseloads

Work Schedule:

• PRN (as needed) based on facility census and staffing needs

• Flexible scheduling; may include weekdays, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, transfer, and assist patients with mobility (up to 50+ lbs with assistance as needed)

• Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and reaching

• Ability to respond quickly to patient needs and emergencies

Work Environment:

• Skilled nursing facility setting

• Exposure to patients with acute and chronic medical conditions

• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly PRN rate

• No guaranteed hours; schedule based on facility demand

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