Physical Therapist

Lake Park of Madison Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Park of Madison Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Florida seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to lead screening, evaluation, and treatment for residents needing skilled services. You will develop and implement individualized treatment plans and supervise therapy staff within a comprehensive rehabilitation program.

The role requires a Florida PT license, a relevant degree (Bachelors/Master/Doctorate in PT), and strong communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Must have a PT license in the state of Florida.
• Degree in Physical Therapy required (Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; knowledge of accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for screening, evaluation, and treatment of residents needing Physical Therapy services.
• Reviews medical information and conducts screenings to determine need for services.
• Performs evaluations under physician order and develops treatment plans.
• Implements treatment plans and educates staff; supervises PT staff.
• Attends interdisciplinary meetings and family meetings as appropriate.
• Maintains confidentiality and accurate billing information on a daily basis.

Skills

Communication skills

Licensed Physical Therapist

Clinical competence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Qualifications: The Physical Therapist must: have a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy, have a current state license, have excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrate competency in therapy treatment and evaluation principles, techniques, materials, and equipment utilization, and demonstrate knowledge of state and federal accreditation standards.

The Physical Therapist:

• Assumes responsibility for the screening, evaluation, and treatment of facility patients/residents needing Physical Therapy services
• Reviews medical information and conducts screenings prior to evaluations to determine patient need for services and ability to benefit from skilled services
• Performs patient's evaluations under physician order and develops a treatment plan in accordance with patient's needs
• Implements treatment plan through direct treatment, education of treatment staff, and supervision of physical therapy staff
• Assumes responsibility for continued professional growth and development by participating in continuing education programs and other appropriate learning experiences
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient, facility, and physician-related information
• Maintains accurate billing information, in accordance with procedures, on a daily basis
• Attends and participates in interdisciplinary meetings, as appropriate, to relay clinical findings and recommendations to other members of the rehab team
• Attends and participates in family meetings, as appropriate
• Adheres to documentation requirements of the Rehabilitation department and the facility
• Conducts staff training/education, as appropriate, via formal and informal in-services and consultations
• Reviews and follows the policies and procedures outlined by the facility and Rehab Policy and Procedure Manual
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and rehabilitation aides/extenders as indicated by patient needs and state laws and discipline practice act
• Supervises non-professional staff, as appropriate

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