Physical Therapist

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build a strong Physical Therapy program.
• Optimize the functionality and skills of patients.
• Responsible for the evaluation and treatment of residents after a written order received from physician.
• Screening of facility residents.
• Completes all necessary documentation.
• Attend all required meetings and in-services, including but not limited to family meetings, care plans, staffing, utilization review.
• In conjunction with Director of Rehabilitation, develop programs appropriate to the needs of the facility residents through continuum of care.
• Compliant with all infection control procedures and environmental protocol while following OBRA Resident’s Rights Guidelines.
• Provide consultation and clinical supervision to PTAs.
• Maintain valid state license and awareness of issues related to the profession of PT and healthcare environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to maintain professionalism in all situations.
• Strong time management and ability to manage caseload.
• Ability to clinically supervise Physical Therapy Assistants according to state regulations.
• Physical Demands: Required to perform a variety of duties relative to the job, some of which require a moderate to heavy category of physical demand.