Physical Therapist Long Term Care Per Diem
Core
Organize and conduct physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation, restore function, and promote independence for patients in long-term care settings.
Role type
Physical Therapist (Long Term Care)
Builds
Rehabilitation services for patients requiring long-term care
Domain
Healthcare / Physical Therapy
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Diagnostic testing, plan of care development, evidence-based treatment methods, adaptive device fitting, therapeutic modalities selection, patient education, supervision of supportive personnel, documentation, quality improvement initiatives
Preferred skills
Mentorship, shared governance participation, training of medical/nursing personnel
Technologies
Electronic medical record systems
Responsibilities
Evaluate clients and develop treatment goals; implement physical therapy treatment plans including gait, ambulation, and balance training; design and fit adaptive devices; consult with rehabilitation team members; supervise supportive personnel; conduct training programs for staff; participate in quality improvement initiatives
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC