Physical Therapist

Nans Pointe Rehabilitation and Nursing; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Engagement Activities

Positive work environment

Excellent Training

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Job summary

A skilled nursing facility in Suffolk, Virginia, is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT). The role involves assessing patients requiring rehabilitation services, providing direct care, and establishing treatment programs under a Physician's direction. Candidates must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program and hold a valid state license. Experience in long-term or geriatric care is preferred. Benefits include a positive work environment and competitive pay.

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.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services.
• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition and functional capabilities.
• Establish and administer a treatment program under the direction of the Physician.

Skills

Patient assessment skills

Rehabilitation program administration

Documentation and record-keeping

Collaboration with healthcare disciplines

Education

Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

Nans Pointe Rehabilitation and Nursing is an organization of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are seeking a Physical Therapist (PT).

Benefits

• 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.