Physiatrist Physician (Physician )

The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical records. Conducts in‑services and training for facility staff on an ongoing basis.

Evaluate residents to determine physical therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident related activities, following state practice act.
Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
Participates in Resident Care c onferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
Provides in‑services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third‑party payer requirements.
Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in mobility; Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Supervises PT assistants (PTA), aides, and students.

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Physical Therapy. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs for Net Health and Point Click Care.

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state. Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility. The essential functions of this position require the ability to stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally, as well as occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to provide resident care and operate equipment. The position requires the ability to reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate objects and equipment, with exertion that may occasionally exceed 100 pounds, frequently exceed 50 pounds, or constantly exceed 20 pounds to safely move residents or equipment. Effective communication, including talking and hearing, is required to interact with residents, families, and the healthcare team. The ability to perceive and respond to environmental cues, including tactile, auditory, and visual information, is essential for safe and effective resident care. Other essential functions include assisting, supporting, and transporting residents in accordance with safe resident handling practices.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, in compliance with applicable federal and state laws.