Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist at Selectis Health

Under indirect supervision, provides direct resident care to individuals with physical disabilities and/or functional limitations in clinic, in-patient, outpatient, and outreach programs. Plans therapy programs, directs and assists residents in exercises and use of wheelchairs and other devices, and evaluates resident progress. Educates residents and families in appropriate physical therapy methods. Leads the work of and serves as a resource for other therapists.

This facility expects employees to promote teamwork and hospitality for residents.

• Plan therapy program for neuromusculoskeletal residents, including posture, gait, range of motion, muscle testing, sensory testing, specific extremity and spinal segmental motion, biomechanical analysis of functional activities, orthotic analysis (if trained), ergonomic analysis, and other relevant assessments.
• Administer appropriate physical agents (electrotherapy, sound energy, heat/cold therapy, hydrotherapy, JOBST compression) given physicians' protocols and residents' medical histories.
• Direct and aid residents in active and passive exercises, muscle reeducation, and gait and functional training using pulleys, weights, steps, and inclined surfaces.
• Evaluate, record, and report on residents' progress for review by the rehabilitation team.
• Supervise PTAs per state guidelines.

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy.
• Current license in state of practice.
• Certification, if applicable, and demonstrated competency in identified areas of specialization.
• Organized and detail-oriented work performance.
• Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.
• Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility.
• Comply with Residents' Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care