Geriatric Physical Therapist - PRN, Elevate Mobility

Bluegrass Consulting Group; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Wellington Parc Nursing & Rehab is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team. The PT will evaluate and treat residents in a skilled nursing facility, aiming to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence.

Responsibilities include developing individualized plans, performing treatments, documenting progress, and educating residents and families. Requires a state licensure and at least 2 years in geriatric PT.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in physical therapy, preferably in a long-term care or geriatric setting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' PT needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, mobility enhancement, and manual therapy.
• Educate residents, families and caregivers on home exercises and safety strategies.
• Collaborate with nursing, OT, and SLP to ensure coordinated care.
• Oversee and coach physical therapy assistants per state acts and facility guidelines.

Education

Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist

Minimum 2 years of experience in physical therapy

Job description

Wellington Parc Nursing & Rehab is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team. The PT will evaluate and treat residents in a skilled nursing facility, aiming to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence.

Responsibilities include developing individualized plans, performing treatments, documenting progress, and educating residents and families. Requires a state licensure and at least 2 years in geriatric PT.