Part-Time Physical Therapist (IDD) – Community-Based

The Columbus Organization; Nashville (TN); Presencial; USD 62.000 - 69.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Columbus Organization is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) for a rewarding part-time opportunity in Nashville, Tennessee. Join a collaborative, interdisciplinary team providing specialized therapeutic services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

This on-site role focuses on improving mobility and independence through person-centered care, assessments, and education.

Formación

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist license in Tennessee or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience with individuals with IDD preferred.
• Knowledge of gross motor development, functional mobility, transfers, balance, gait training, positioning, and adaptive equipment.
• Experience with pediatric, adult, or medically complex populations preferred.
• Familiarity with wheelchair assessments, orthotics, and mobility equipment preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide physical therapy services in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
• Deliver consultation-based physical therapy services to adults with IDD in Middle Tennessee Homes.
• Provide intensive physical therapy interventions for children in foster care programs.
• Complete annual PT assessments addressing mobility and equipment needs.
• Develop recommendations for Person-Centered Support Plans and ISPs.
• Coordinate orders for splinting, AFOs, and adaptive equipment as indicated.
• Identify and order mobility equipment based on individual needs.
• Monitor staff adherence to treatment plans on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Develop, coordinate, and lead staff training on safe transfers and mobility assistance.
• Provide onboarding education for new direct support staff and nursing personnel.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and caregivers to promote continuity of care.
• Provide PT assessments and consultations for residents as needed, with discharge recommendations.

Conocimientos

Communication

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Educación

Physical Therapy degree

Descripción del empleo

The Columbus Organization is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) for a rewarding part-time opportunity in Nashville, Tennessee. Join a collaborative, interdisciplinary team providing specialized therapeutic services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

This on-site role focuses on improving mobility and independence through person-centered care, assessments, and education.