Physical Therapist

Canyon County of Cascadia; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Canyon County of Cascadia in Idaho seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to restore function, improve mobility, and relieve pain for residents and patients in a long-term care setting. You will assess needs, develop and modify treatment plans, educate patients and families, document progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

Candidates should have at least a Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctorate in Physical Therapy and current licensure in Idaho, plus CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Physical Therapist license in the state employed.
• Current CPR certification.
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and administers a treatment plan with goals based on patient capacity and tolerance under physician direction.
• Assesses patient needs; plans for, evaluates and modifies care to meet goals of physical therapy interventions.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each patient.
• Sets realistic and achievable goals for patients/residents.
• Documents and records the patient’s/resident’s condition and progress per state and federal regulations.
• Educates patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Optimizes the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing and/or overseeing screening.
• Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, and other involved professionals.
• Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

A physical therapist provide services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of residents/patients suffering from injuries or disease.

Essential Functions

• Establishes and administers a treatment plan with specific therapy goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the physician.
• Assesses patient needs; plans for, evaluates and modifies care to meet goals of physical therapy interventions.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each patient.
• Sets realistic and achievable goals for patients/residents.
• Documents and records the patients’/residents’ condition and progress per state and federal regulations.
• Educates patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Optimizes the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing and/or overseeing the screening of all residents.
• Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, and other involved professionals.
• Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate Degree from a college or university with an accredited Physical Therapy program.

Licenses/Certification

Current Physical Therapist license in the state employed.

Current CPR certification.

Experience

Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.