Physical Therapist- PRN

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants This range is provided by Northwoods Rehab. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $50.00/hr - $60.00/hr PHYSICAL THERAPIST: JOB DESCRIPTION Job Requirements Bachelor (or higher degree) of Science in Physical Therapy from an accredited program Successful completion of National Certification Examination for Registered Physical Therapist Current state licensure or license eligible Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development Physical Requirements Physical demand for this job is classified as "medium work" which includes: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally Exerting up to 25 pounds of force frequently Exerting up to 10 pounds of force constantly Occasional push and pull of up to 25 pounds Standing frequently Walking frequently Bending frequently Overhead reach infrequently Squatting occasionally Kneeling occasionally Standing rotation occasionally Gripping frequently Sitting occasionally Stair climbing occasionally Average work day is up to 8 hours Employee may be subject to unpredictable and hazardous patient/resident behavior Northwoods Rehab will provide reasonable accommodation upon request from the employee. Job Relationships Responsible to and reports to the Director of Therapy/Rehab. Job Responsibilities Provides and directs physical therapy services to patients, including assessment, treatment, program planning, implementation, documentation, and communication, under physician’s orders Initiates referrals when appropriate, in accordance with Northwoods Rehab policies and procedures Conducts screenings of patients at regular intervals to determine need for intervention and treatment Evaluates patients to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation Interprets and communicates evaluation findings to patients, family and other team members Establishes individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members Develops treatment plans by identifying target list of short- and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family and other team members Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in treatment plan Monitors patient’s response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with physician orders Develops appropriate home or community programming to maintain and enhance the performance of the patient in their environment Documents results of patient’s assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services Adapts treatment to meet individual patient needs Provides, recommends, fabricates adaptive devices, orthotics or prosthetics, and trains patient, family and staff in use or application of such equipment Participates in discharge planning Supervises and directs Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in the implementation of the treatment plan Supervises Physical Therapy Aides, Rehabilitation Techs/Aides, students and volunteers Reviews the quality and appropriateness of the services delivered and of individual programs for effectiveness and efficiency using predetermined criteria Participates in patient, family and staff education Confers formally and informally with other team members to coordinate rehabilitation program of the patient Adheres to Northwoods Rehab procedures regarding documentation of services Attends in-service meetings and facility meetings as required Provides in-service education to members of the patient care team and community Provides treatment in accordance with standards of practice and department procedures Maintains a safe and clean work area and adheres to facility safety standards, including infection control, universal precautions and OSHA standards Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in evaluation, planning, implementation and follow-up of patient therapy programs Maintains positive relationships and rapport with coworkers, supervisors, patients, family members and facility personnel Reports to work on time and coordinates schedule for efficient patient treatments Assists with and participates in Quality Assurance Program as required Adheres to confidentiality standards of the patient and organization Projects a positive and professional image at all times May be asked to travel to participate in home assessments within reasonable distance from facility Maintains passwords for required software and keeps all passwords secure Performs such other duties as assigned or required to effectively perform the responsibilities of the position and in the best interest of Northwoods Rehab Seniority level Entry level Employment type Part-time Job function Health Care Provider – Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists #J-18808-Ljbffr