Physical Therapist

Trinity Healthcare Talent Services; Skowhegan (ME); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Healthcare Talent Services seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist for a 74-bed skilled nursing facility in Skowhegan, Maine. The role centers on evaluating patients and crafting individualized rehab plans to improve mobility and independence.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, document progress, and educate patients and families. Supervise therapy assistants to ensure high-quality care and positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Valid state Physical Therapist license.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a skilled nursing facility.
• Strong knowledge of rehabilitation techniques and modalities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' physical abilities and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Implement treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and coordination.
• Utilize therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and other modalities to help patients regain function and reduce pain.
• Monitor and document patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Communicate with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and ensure the best outcomes.
• Provide education to patients and their families on how to continue their rehabilitation at home.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to physical therapy assistants and support staff.

Skills

PT license

SNF experience

Rehab techniques

Communication skills

Job description

Position: Physical Therapist

Salary Range: $38-41 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday with weekend rotation

Facility: 74-bed skilled nursing facility

About the Facility

Our facility is a 74-bed skilled nursing facility that offers post-hospital, short-term rehabilitation, as well as long-term and respite care services. We are dedicated to providing high-quality care to our residents and helping them achieve their maximum level of independence.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a skilled nursing facility and a passion for helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Responsibilities

• - Evaluate patients' physical abilities and develop individualized treatment plans
• - Implement treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and coordination
• - Utilize therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and other modalities to help patients regain function and reduce pain
• - Monitor and document patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• - Communicate with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and ensure the best outcomes
• - Provide education to patients and their families on how to continue their rehabilitation at home
• - Supervise and delegate tasks to physical therapy assistants and support staff

Qualifications

• - Valid state Physical Therapist license
• - Minimum of 1 year of experience in a skilled nursing facility
• - Strong knowledge of rehabilitation techniques and modalities
• - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• - Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• - Compassionate and patient-focused approach to care