Physical Therapist

Trinity Healthcare Talent Services; Wallingford (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Healthcare Talent Services is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist for a 193-bed skilled nursing facility. The PT will assess and treat patients to restore strength, mobility, and independence, in a setting with a mix of short-term and long-term care.

The role requires evaluating patients, developing individualized plans, implementing therapies, documenting progress, and collaborating with the care team.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible to obtain state licensure in physical therapy.
• 1–2 years of experience in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough evaluations of patients to assess physical abilities and limitations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
• Implement and monitor treatment plans, adjusting as needed for progress.
• Utilize various therapeutic techniques to improve function and reduce pain.
• Educate patients and families on exercise techniques for home use.
• Document all treatments and progress in medical records.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Stay updated on new PT techniques and advancements.

Skills

Patient assessments

Clinical documentation

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Position: Physical Therapist

Salary Range: $40 - $52 per hour

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday with one weekend day required per month

Facility: 193 bed skilled nursing facility with a nice mix of short-term and long-term care patients.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Physical Therapist to join our team at our 193 bed skilled nursing facility. Our facility offers a nice mix of short-term and long-term care patients, providing a diverse and rewarding work environment. As a P-Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for evaluating and treating patients with a variety of physical disabilities and conditions, helping them to regain their strength, mobility, and independence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough evaluations of patients to assess their physical abilities and limitations
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patients' needs and goals
• Implement and monitor treatment plans, making adjustments as needed to ensure progress
• Utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques and modalities to help patients improve their physical function and reduce pain
• Educate patients and their families on proper techniques for exercises and activities to continue at home
• Document all treatments and progress in patients' medical records
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients
• Stay updated on new techniques and advancements in physical therapy to continuously improve patient care

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Current state license or eligibility to obtain state license
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care