The role involves evaluating residents to determine physical therapy needs and developing individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and functional independence
Job Summary
The role involves evaluating residents to determine physical therapy needs and developing individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and functional independence.
The successful candidate will supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and provide training to the nursing department on restorative aide activities.
This position requires maintaining timely, accurate, and compliant documentation while communicating regularly with physicians, families, and the healthcare team.
Matching Summary
The role involves evaluating residents to determine physical therapy needs and developing individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and functional independence.
Salary
Hourly: $63-$69 DOE
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Evaluate residents for physical therapy needs
Develop individualized treatment plans
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants
Maintain accurate medical documentation
Communicate with interdisciplinary team members
Nice-to-have
Compassionate and skilled approach to care
Conduct in-services for facility staff
Educate families on home exercise programs
Participate in quality assurance initiatives
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy (Master's or Doctorate preferred)
Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state
Proficient in Net Health and Point Click Care software
CPR certification if required by licensure
Ability to lift and manipulate objects up to 100 pounds