Physiatrist-(Weekends)

The Physical Therapist must: have a Bachelor and/or Master’s and/or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy, have a current state license, have excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrate competency in therapy treatment and evaluation principles, techniques, materials, and equipment utilization, and demonstrate knowledge of state and federal accreditation standards.

The candidate must also have availability to complete evaluations on new admissions over the weekend in a busy skilled nursing facility typically getting 5-10 admissions between Friday and Sunday.

Assumes responsibility for the screening, evaluation, and treatment of facility patients/residents needing Physical Therapy services

Reviews medical information and conducts screenings prior to evaluations to determine patient need for services and ability to benefit from skilled services

Performs patient’s evaluations under physician order and develops a treatment plan in accordance with patient’s needs

Implements treatment plan through direct treatment, education of treatment staff, and supervision of physical therapy staff

Maintains confidentiality of all patient, facility, and physician-related information

Maintains accurate billing information, in accordance with procedures, on a daily basis

Attends and participates in interdisciplinary meetings, as appropriate, to relay clinical findings and recommendations to other members of the rehab team

Adheres to documentation requirements of the Rehabilitation department and the facility

Conducts staff training/education, as appropriate, via formal and informal in-services and consultations

Reviews and follows the policies and procedures outlined by the facility and Rehab Policy and Procedure Manual

Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and rehabilitation aides/extenders as indicated by patient needs and state laws and discipline practice act

Supervises non-professional staff, as appropriate

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