Physical Therapist

Job OverviewThe Physical Therapist will complete screening, evaluations, re-evaluations, and discharges as supervised by the Physician. The Physical Therapist will provide supervision to Physical Therapy Assistants as directed by the Director of Rehabilitation. Full-TimeNEW SIGN ON/RETENTION BONUS!!Responsibilities and DutiesEvaluates patients assigned per MD orders and as indicated, and establishes an appropriate Plan of Care and Goals that meet the specific needs of the individualRe-assesses patients and completes Updated Plan of Care at least every 30 days, or as indicated on initial evaluation, in order to determine the need for continued services or discontinuation of services based on patient progress. Carry out treatment plan as indicatedScreens all patients in facility on a quarterly basis, to identify those who have experienced declines in their functional abilities and determine if Physical Therapy Intervention is requiredProvides thorough discharge planning that will allow the patient to function at a maximal level of independence in the least restrictive environmentObserves and records patient's progress, response to treatment and limitations and maintains this information in electronic medical recordCompletes required documentation at point of serviceSupervises Physical Therapy Assistants as assigned by the Director of RehabilitationProvides training and education to staff, family, and caregivers as indicatedAttends and reports accurately a patient's status at weekly UR meeting and interdisciplinary care plan meetingIdentifies needs for program development and implement programs according to company policies and proceduresCoordinates in-services for facility staff as need is determined, to ensure safe and effective carry over of Restorative Programs and overall call of the residentsAttends all facility required meetingsTakes a patient centered approach to provision of careMaintains professionalism and follow all national/state associations regulations at all timesAttends continuing education courses specific to current positionThe company reserves the right to add or change duties at any timeQualificationsEducation: Graduate of an accredited physical therapy programLicenses/Certifications: Current Physical Therapist state licenseMaintain state and national licensure requirementsCPR certifiedAquatic PT experience preferred Able to perform therapy based treatment in a poolKnowledge of the principles and practices of treatment in an aquatic facilityKnowledge of optimal swimming pool water chemistry, temperature, and cleanliness standardsSkillsExcellent verbal and written communicationCritical thinkingTime managementJudgment and decision makingService orientationActive listening