Physical Therapist

Position Summary :

Evaluates, plans, organizes, develops, and directs the Physical Therapy (PT) services for assigned patients / residents in accordance with current applicable laws and regulations, and as may be directed by the Director of Rehabilitation and / or Administrator, to assure that the highest degree of quality care can be maintained.

Qualifications :

Current California PT license

Minimum two (2) years' experience as a therapist in a nursing, hospital, or other related medical facility is preferred

Training in rehabilitative and restorative therapy practices

Current CPR / BLS certifications

Proven organizational and communication skills

Ability to remain calm and professional in all work-related situations

Responsibilities :

Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the physical therapy for assigned patients / residents in accordance with current laws and regulations that govern nursing care facilities

Meets with administration, medical and nursing staff, as well as other related departments in planning therapy services

Maintains treatment records, resident files, and progress notes as required

Assesses patients' needs; identifies and initiates appropriate physical therapy interventions

Observes and evaluates treatment outcomes recommending changes as needed

Performs assessments and re-assessments as needed on each assigned patient / resident

Interviews resident to determine interests and types of treatments needed

Participates in development and implementation of resident assessments (MDS) and care plans, including quarterly reviews

Assists in transporting resident to and from physical therapy room / area

Documents patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements

Educates patient's family / nursing staff / caregivers in follow-through programs

Maintains equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition