Physical Therapist; PT

Physical Therapist (PT) – Bridge Crest Post Acute Compensation: $45–$50/hour (DOE)
Bridge Crest Post Acute is seeking dedicated and experienced Physical Therapist (PT) to join our care team. If you are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a supportive and team-driven environment, we’d love to meet you.

Essential Duties Evaluate residents to determine physical therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies

Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence

Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident related activities, following state practice act Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning

Participates in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed

Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed

Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements

Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols

Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies

Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., splints, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars

Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information

Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order

Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned

Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues

Supervisory Requirements Supervises PT assistants (PTA), aides, and students

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Physical Therapy Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs for Net Health and Point Click Care.

Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures

Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manual

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families

Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations

Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problem

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of Washington Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices

Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board. Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility CPR certification, if required by licensure

Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the ability to stand and walk frequently and sit occasionally, as well as occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to provide resident care and operate equipment

The position requires the ability to reach, push, pull, lift, and manipulate objects and equipment, with exertion that may occasionally exceed 100 pounds, frequently exceed 50 pounds, or constantly exceed 20 pounds to safely move residents or equipment

Effective communication, including talking and hearing, is required to interact with residents, families, and the healthcare team

The ability to perceive and respond to environmental cues, including tactile, auditory, and visual information, is essential for…