Traveling Physical Therapist
Core
Provide restorative and rehabilitative physical therapy services to vulnerable seniors in day centers and homes.
Role type
Traveling Physical Therapist
Builds
Participant independence and safety through functional restoration
Domain
Healthcare / Geriatrics / Rehabilitation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Physical therapy assessment, care plan development, exercise prescription, gait training, ADL training, therapeutic modalities, staff supervision
Preferred skills
Masters degree in physical therapy, experience with frail/elderly population
Technologies
Therapeutic equipment, massage, heat, sound, water, light, electricity
Responsibilities
Conduct physical therapy assessments in facilities and homes, participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, deliver and document physical therapy interventions, oversee therapy assistants, provide training to staff and families
Seniority
Mid-Senior level (5+ years experience)