The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates residents to determine physical therapy needs and develops individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and functional independence
Job Summary
The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates residents to determine physical therapy needs and develops individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and functional independence.
This role requires supervising Physical Therapy Assistants and providing ongoing training and in-services for facility staff on rehabilitation programs.
The position involves maintaining timely, accurate documentation compliant with governmental and third-party payer requirements while ensuring a safe treatment environment.
Matching Summary
The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates residents to determine physical therapy needs and develops individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and functional independence.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Evaluate resident physical therapy needs
Develop individualized treatment plans
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants
Maintain accurate medical documentation
Communicate with physicians and families
Provide staff training and in-services
Nice-to-have
Experience with Net Health software
Experience with Point Click Care system
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds
Positive interpersonal relationship skills
Knowledge of fall prevention strategies
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy
Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state
CPR certification if required by licensure
Proficiency in Net Health and Point Click Care
Maintain continuing education requirements per state practices