Physical Therapist

Seven Hills Rehabilitation & Nursing; Lynchburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

EASTERN HEALTH GROUP in Lynchburg, VA, is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to assess referred patients and provide direct care to improve function and independence. You will develop and administer treatment plans under physician direction, set realistic goals, and educate patients and families.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, document progress, complete weekly notes, and participate in discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must hold a valid PT license and state registration.
• Experience in long-term or geriatric care is preferred.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation.
• Provide direct patient care and evaluate medical condition, function, and rehabilitation potential.
• Create and manage a treatment plan with goals aligned to patient capacity.
• Document patient progress and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with disciplines to ensure patient-centered care.
• Perform discharge documentation and weekly progress notes.
• Ensure confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Patient care

Assessment

Documentation

Teamwork

HIPAA/Privacy

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

Eastern Health Group is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best ""you"" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team-up with like-minded co-workers, then we are also looking for you. Join us!

We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist (PT).

While working here, you will enjoy:

• Employee Engagement Activities
• Positive work environment
• Excellent Training
• Competitive Pay and Benefits

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services.
• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.
• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients
• Document and record the patients’ condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate physical therapy method.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling is preferred however not limited to.