The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats residents while communicating with families, physicians, and other health team members
Job Summary
The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats residents while communicating with families, physicians, and other health team members.
The role involves developing, implementing, and updating individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.
Employees must supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and provide training to nursing staff and aides on restorative care.
Matching Summary
The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats residents while communicating with families, physicians, and other health team members.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Evaluate resident physical therapy needs
Develop individualized treatment plans
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants
Maintain accurate medical documentation
Communicate with interdisciplinary team
Nice-to-have
Ability to relate positively with residents
Experience with Net Health software
Experience with Point Click Care software
Conducting in-services for facility staff
Participating in quality assurance initiatives
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy preferred
Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state
CPR certification if required by licensure
Proficiency in Net Health and Point Click Care systems