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 requires developing, implementing, and updating individualized treatment plans to improve resident mobility, strength, and functional independence.
Employees must supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and provide training to nursing staff and restorative aides.
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 residents physical therapy needs
Develop individualized treatment plans
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants
Maintain accurate medical documentation
Communicate with interdisciplinary team
Educate families on fall prevention
Nice-to-have
Ability to relate positively with residents
Experience with Net Health software
Experience with Point Click Care systems
Conduct in-services for facility staff
Participate in quality assurance initiatives
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy preferred
Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state
Maintain license in good standing with state board