PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Core
Evaluate and treat residents to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence; develop treatment plans and educate families/caregivers.
Role type
Staff Physical Therapist (clinical IC)
Builds
Individualized rehabilitation treatment plans and resident care programs
Domain
Healthcare / Rehabilitation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Physical therapy evaluation, treatment plan development, resident handling, interdisciplinary communication, documentation, infection control, equipment maintenance, fall prevention strategies
Preferred skills
Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy, CPR certification
Technologies
Net Health, Point Click Care
Responsibilities
Evaluate residents to determine physical therapy needs and rehabilitation potential; Develop and update individualized treatment plans; Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants; Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals and safety techniques; Complete timely and compliant documentation; Participate in Resident Care conferences and Utilization Review meetings.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC