Full-time Physical Therapist

Functional Pathways; Williamsport (MD); On-site; USD 61,992 - 70,257; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive family environment

Opportunities for innovation

Strong focus on values and customer service

Job summary

Functional Pathways is looking for a Physical Therapist for a full-time position at Homewood Living in Williamsport, MD. The role involves screening, evaluating, and providing necessary treatment plans to residents, ensuring they achieve optimal functional independence.

The candidate must have a degree in physical therapy, an active state license, and excellent organizational and communication skills. Join a team focused on ethical care and innovation in enhancing the lives of residents!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations.
• Active state license required.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures.
• Ability to supervise Physical Therapy Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Screen residents quarterly to identify declines in functional abilities.
• Evaluate residents by MD order and establish appropriate treatment plans.
• Reassess patients every 30 days to determine need for continued services.
• Supervise treatment implementation by Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Provide thorough discharge planning to maximize patient independence.
• Educate staff, family, and caregivers as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Ability to supervise

Education

Bachelor's, Master’s, or Doctorate in physical therapy

Certification and licensure requirements

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Homewood Living Williamsport Inc - WILLIAMSPORT, MD 21795

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $45.00 - $51.00 Hourly

Functional Pathways is currently hiring at Homewood Living Williamsport in Williamsport, MD for a Physical Therapist.

Why Choose Functional Pathways

At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist shall screen, evaluate, re-evaluate, discharge plan, and make revisions in any established plan of care as supervised by the physician.

Responsibilities

• Screen all residents in facility on a quarterly basis, to identify those who have experienced declines in their functional abilities and determine if Physical Therapy intervention is indicated.
• Evaluate residents per MD order and establish appropriate Treatment Plans and Goals that meet the specific needs of the individual.
• Reassess patients and caseload at least every 30 days to determine the need for continued services or discontinuation of services based on patient progress. Carry out treatment plan as indicated.
• Supervise treatment implementation carried out by Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants and determine appropriateness, as well as modify treatment plan as indicated.
• Provide thorough discharge planning that will allow the patient to function at a maximal level of independence in the least restrictive environment.
• Educate staff, family, and care givers as indicated.
• Identify needs for program development and implement programs according to company policies and procedures.
• Identify equipment needs of Physical Therapy Dept. and order equipment according to company and facility policy.
• Complete all required documentation according to guidelines specified in Documentation Manual.
• Coordinate in-services for facility staff as need is determined, to ensure safe and effective carry over of Maintenance/Restorative Programs and overall call of the residents.
• Attend all facility clinical required meetings (Medicare, Care Plans, etc.).
• Promote profession within facility, including assisting with coordinating special events i.e. National Physical Therapy Month.
• Attend Continuing Education courses specific to current position.
• Maintain professionalism and always follow all national/state associations regulations.
• Supervise student affiliates as directed.
• Assist employees in the absence of Clinical Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master’s, or Doctorate in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations.
• Active state license required.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures, and clinical programs with application skills to therapy disciplines.
• Ability to supervise Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure. Screening requirements may vary by location.

Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.