Physical Therapist Long Term Care Per Diem

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated professional to organize and implement physical therapy programs aimed at facilitating rehabilitation. This role involves guiding clients through specific tasks designed to restore, enhance, and reinforce their performance. The goal is to teach essential skills that promote independence and productivity, ultimately reducing or correcting any pathologies. Additionally, you will lead activities that support and maintain overall health.

Team Collaboration

As a vital member of the patient care delivery team, you will embody a strong commitment to our organization's mission and values, ensuring that patient dignity and choice are respected in all aspects of daily life. Your aim will be to transform every interaction with patients and their families into a positive and meaningful experience, while delivering safe and efficient care. You will also acknowledge and respect diverse cultures, values, and backgrounds, adapting your communication style accordingly.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic tests to evaluate the extent of patients' impairments and predict potential improvements.
• Develop a tailored care plan addressing identified impairments, setting both short-term and long-term measurable treatment goals.
• Utilize evidence-based treatment methods, continuously assessing patient responses and adjusting treatments as necessary.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care, education provided to patients and families, and service units.
• Oversee and guide supportive personnel in their assigned tasks, ensuring their competence in performing these duties.
• Work diligently to achieve optimal outcomes for each patient.

Position Duties

• Assess clients, establish appropriate treatment goals and methods, implement the physical therapy plan, and manage all related documentation.
• Apply therapeutic techniques in areas such as gait, ambulation, muscle strength, coordination, endurance, mobility, posture control, sensory awareness, balance, and orientation.
• Design and fit adaptive devices, training clients in their use, including orthotics and prosthetics.
• Select suitable physical agent modalities based on individual needs, physical capabilities, mobility activities, and diagnoses.
• Collaborate with other rehabilitation team members to determine the most effective therapeutic regimen for each client.
• Instruct clients in the skills necessary for mobility activities and evaluate their progress, attitudes, and behaviors related to rehabilitation potential.
• Customize treatment programs to cater to the unique needs of each client.
• Actively participate in client care discussions, staffing conferences, and related meetings.
• Supervise supportive personnel in line with state and professional standards.
• Conduct training sessions and assist in educating medical, nursing, and other staff on physical therapy techniques and objectives.
• Ensure clients and their families receive high-quality service in a compassionate environment that respects individual needs and rights.
• Adapt to staffing needs within therapy programs as required.
• Comply with established organizational and departmental policies and objectives.
• Exemplify professionalism and uphold values that contribute to our mission.
• Demonstrate proficiency in electronic medical record documentation.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives.

Caring Practices

• Build trust and hope by being accessible to meet the needs of others.
• Foster supportive relationships with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Employ creative problem-solving to address the needs of others.
• Facilitate teaching and learning that caters to individual needs and learning styles.
• Create a healing environment that addresses both physical and spiritual needs.
• Assist with basic physical and emotional requirements.

Communication Skills

• Introduce yourself and clarify your role to others.
• Exhibit “emotional presence” by actively listening and addressing concerns.
• Advocate for patients as necessary and appropriate.
• Communicate with patients, families, visitors, and staff in a respectful and caring manner.
• Value and respect the opinions of others.
• Stay informed by reviewing memos, emails, and other communications.
• Respond to issues and problems promptly and efficiently.
• Approach all patient interactions with calmness, sensitivity, and support.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Mentor team members and students.
• Actively participate in shared governance.
• Enhance professional skills through the Therapy Career Excellence Development Program.

Safety Protocols

• Utilize Safe Patient Handling equipment as trained and in accordance with organizational policies.
• Identify malfunctioning equipment, remove it from use, and report it as per policy.
• Adhere to all infection control policies.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy Licensure in Massachusetts.

Physical Requirements

• Engage with patients in various circumstances, which may involve exposure to unpleasant odors, sights, and sounds.
• Adapt to varying and unpredictable situations.
• Potential exposure to infections, contagious diseases, and bloodborne pathogens.
• Use gloves, gowns, and masks as necessary.
• Prolonged periods of standing or walking may be required.
• Involve lifting, positioning, transporting, and/or transferring patients.
• Lift supplies and equipment as needed.
• Engage in considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.

Work Environment

This position is primarily on-site.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is between $86,670.93 and $130,006.92.