Physical Therapist Full-Time

Bluegrass Consulting Ltd; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Pay Increase

Daily Pay

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Telehealth Services

Double Pay on Holiday

Care Team Member Relief Fund

Job summary

Seneca Place Nursing & Rehab in Louisville, KY is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our caring team. You will evaluate, plan, and implement PT treatments for residents in a skilled nursing facility, focusing on mobility, strength, balance, and independence.

The PT collaborates with nursing, occupational, and speech therapists to ensure resident-centered care, maintain documentation per regulations, and participate in quality improvement. Current state licensure required by state.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents to assess PT needs and develop treatment plans.
• Provide PT interventions: therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and manual therapy.
• Document progress and adjust plans per changes.
• Educate residents and families on home exercises and safety.

Skills

Geriatric rehabilitation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job description

Physical Therapist Full-Time

Seneca Place Nursing & Rehab is looking for a Physical Therapist to join our team's mission and believe in our core values!Our mission:Through the hearts of our Care Team Members, we provide excellent healthcare to those we serve.

Our Core Values...

L - Listening

E - Empathy

A - Accountability

D - Decisiveness

This is how we create a culture to LEAD with Love.

Position Overview

The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing individualized physical therapy treatments for residents in a skilled nursing facility (SNF). This role focuses on improving mobility, strength, endurance, balance, and overall functional independence to enhance residents’ quality of life. The PT collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary care team to deliver high-quality, resident-centered care. Compassion, clinical expertise, and a strong understanding of geriatric rehabilitation are essential to support optimal outcomes and promote safety and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care and Treatment

• Conduct initial and ongoing evaluations to assess residents’ physical therapy needs, including mobility, strength, balance, and functional limitations.

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, resident goals, and functional abilities.

• Provide direct physical therapy interventions such as therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, mobility enhancement, and manual therapy.

• Utilize evidence-based practices to promote optimal functional outcomes and independence.

• Monitor and document residents’ progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to reflect changes in condition or goals.

• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment plans, home exercises, and safety strategies to support continued progress and prevent injury.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members—including nursing, occupational therapy, and speech therapy—to ensure coordinated, resident-centered care.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all evaluations, treatments, progress notes, and discharge planning in accordance with SNF, state, and federal guidelines.

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and facility policies, including HIPAA, OSHA, infection control protocols, and Medicare PDPM requirements.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of best practices within the rehabilitation department.

Professional Development and Education

• Stay current with advancements in physical therapy, geriatric rehabilitation, and regulatory standards.

• Engage in continuing education and professional development opportunities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.

• Provide training and mentorship to physical therapy assistants and other team members to support clinical excellence and consistency of care.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Oversee and support physical therapy assistants (PTAs) in accordance with state practice acts and facility guidelines.

• Provide coaching, development, and corrective action as needed to ensure high-quality

  service delivery.

• Evaluate team member performance and offer constructive feedback to promote

  professional growth and accountability

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist

Bluegrass Benefits

• Quarterly Pay Increase

• Daily Pay

• Company-Paid Life Insurance

• Telehealth Services

• Double Pay on Holiday

• Care Team Member Relief Fund

Join the Seneca Care team where compassion meets excellence!

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