Physical Therapist

(Sunnyside Healthcare Center) Sunnyside SNF Healthcare, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Sunnyside SNF Healthcare, LLC is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate residents, develop treatment plans, and supervise PT Assistants in direct resident care. You will collaborate with physicians and nursing staff, participate in care conferences, educate residents and families, and maintain compliant documentation.

The role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and quality improvement within a post-acute setting. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising PT assistants
• Ability to educate residents and families on goals and home exercise programs
• Commitment to confidentiality of residents' information
• Adherence to infection control protocols and safety procedures

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents to determine physical therapy needs per physician orders
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and independence
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in resident care
• Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, residents, and families regarding progress and discharge planning
• Participate in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings
• Provide in-services on training programs for staff
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in accordance with policies
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control and safety protocols
• Educate residents and families on goals, home exercise programs, and safety techniques
• Recommend and facilitate ordering of needed durable medical equipment
• Maintain confidentiality of residents' information and company data
• Report issues with department equipment to keep it in good working order
• Contribute to quality assurance and rehab program development
• Relate positively with residents, families, staff, and colleagues

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Infection control

Confidentiality

Job description

• Evaluate residents to determine physical therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident related activities, following state practice act.
• Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Participates in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
• Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
• Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., splints, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
• Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
• Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements Supervises PT assistants (PTA), aides, and student

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.