Geriatric Physical Therapist – Rehab & Leadership

Personal Healthcare Management LLC; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Compensation

Great Benefits Package

Professional Growth & Stability

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Personal Healthcare Management LLC is seeking a MA-licensed Registered Physical Therapist to screen residents for rehabilitation needs, perform PT evaluations, develop and adjust treatment plans, and document progress. The role requires driving capability, competence with computer apps, and capability to supervise assistants and educate staff and families.

The position emphasizes adherence to Medicare/Medicaid regulations, ongoing documentation, and participation in discharge planning and

Qualifications

• Must hold a current unencumbered MA license as a Registered Professional Physical Therapist.
• Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy or international equivalent.
• Geriatric experience preferred.
• A current unrestricted driver's license and dependable transportation.
• Able to use necessary computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Screens residents for rehabilitation therapy needs.
• Completes Physical Therapy evaluations upon physician order.
• Provides Physical Therapy plan of treatments and modalities.
• Modifies treatment program level, intensity and techniques based on the resident's response to specific treatment plan.
• Documents resident progress toward Physical Therapy goals.
• Discharges residents from Physical Therapy services when appropriate.
• Makes appropriate recommendations for nursing regarding mobility, positioning and ROM resident needs.
• Completes Daily Activity Schedule, progress notes and re-certifications per facility policy.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Provides resident, staff and family education and in-servicing.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of Medicare Part A PPS case management.
• Complies with Federal and State regulations related to rehabilitation therapy.
• Completes all documentation to comply with professional standard and regulatory requirements.
• Completes care plans and MDS as directed, per facility policy.
• Participates in the discharge planning process with the interdisciplinary team.
• Participates in facility meetings and committees as assigned.
• Submits required reports and documentation in accordance with established acceptable time frames.
• Possesses strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other payment sources and their responsibility in the SNF setting.
• Maintains confidentiality of facility and resident information.
• Respects all residents and resident rights.
• Reports all instances of potential resident abuse, neglect, and misappropriation of resident property immediately.

Skills

Geriatric experience

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy

Job description

Personal Healthcare Management LLC is seeking a MA-licensed Registered Physical Therapist to screen residents for rehabilitation needs, perform PT evaluations, develop and adjust treatment plans, and document progress. The role requires driving capability, competence with computer apps, and capability to supervise assistants and educate staff and families.

The position emphasizes adherence to Medicare/Medicaid regulations, ongoing documentation, and participation in discharge planning and