Physical Therapist

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General

Purpose:

Under indirect supervision, provides direct resident care to individuals with physical disabilities or functional limitations across 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 and serves as a resource for other therapists.

This facility expects employees to promote an atmosphere of teamwork with other employees and to provide hospitality and comfort for its residents.

Responsibilities:

• Plan therapy programs for neuromusculoskeletal residents, as prescribed by physician, including posture, gait, ROM, 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 given physicians' protocols, residents' medical histories, and therapist's knowledge of indications and contra-indications, including electrotherapy, sound energy, heat/cold therapy, hydrotherapy, and JOBST compression.
• Direct and aid resident in active and passive exercises, muscle reeducation, and gait and functional training, utilizing pulleys, weights, steps, and inclined surfaces.
• Evaluate, record, and report on residents' progress for review by other members of the rehabilitative team.
• Supervise PTAs per state guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy
• Current license in state of practice.
• Certification, if applicable, and demonstrated competency in identified areas of specialization.
• Organized and detail oriented in 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 the Residents’ Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures.

Entry level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care