PRN - Physical Therapist

PRN - Physical Therapist

Broadmead - Cockeysville, MD 21030

Overview

Salary Range $55.00 - $60.00 Hourly Position Type PRN

Description

Functional Pathways is currently hiring at Broadmead in Cockeysville, MD for a Physical Therapist. Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!

Job Summary: The Physical Therapist shall screen, evaluate, re-evaluate, discharge plan, and make revisions in any established plan of care as supervised by the physician.

Responsibilities/Requirements

Responsibilities/Requirements:

• Screen all residents in facility on a quarterly basis, to identify those who have experienced declines in their functional abilities and determine if Physical Therapy intervention is indicated.
• Evaluate residents per MD order and establish appropriate Treatment Plans and Goals that meet the specific needs of the individual.
• Reassess patients and caseload at least every 30 days to determine the need for continued services or discontinuation of services based on patient progress. Carry out treatment plan as indicated.
• Supervise treatment implementation carried out by Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants and determine appropriateness, as well as modify treatment plan as indicated.
• Provide thorough discharge planning that will allow the patient to function at a maximal level of independence in the least restrictive environment.
• Educate staff, family, and care givers as indicated.
• Identify needs for program development and implement programs according to company policies and procedures.
• Identify equipment needs of Physical Therapy Dept. and order equipment according to company and facility policy.
• Complete all required documentation according to guidelines specified in Documentation Manual.
• Coordinate in-services for facility staff as need is determined, to ensure safe and effective carry over of Maintenance/Restorative Programs and overall call of the residents.
• Attend all facility clinical required meetings (Medicare, Care Plans, etc.).
• Promote profession within facility, including assisting with coordinating special events i.e. National Physical Therapy Month.

• Attend Continuing Education courses specific to current position.
• Maintain professionalism and always follow all national/state associations regulations.
• Supervise student affiliates as directed.
• Assist employees in the absence of Clinical Manager.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations.
• Active state license required.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures, and clinical programs with application skills to therapy disciplines.
• Ability to supervise Physical Therapy Assistants
• Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure. Screening requirements may vary by location.

**Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.