Physical Therapist -Full Time

Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community, Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community is seeking a Physical Therapist to join their in-house therapy team. The role focuses on assessing and administering rehabilitation programs to improve residents' mobility and quality of life. Candidates should have a degree from an accredited therapy program and relevant experience, along with the necessary state licenses and certifications.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related experience preferred.
• Current Physical Therapist state license required.
• CPR certification necessary.

Responsibilities

• Administers medically prescribed physical therapy to restore function and alleviate pain.
• Develops and implements a Plan of Treatment based on evaluations.
• Documents patient progress and adjusts treatment plans accordingly.

Skills

Assessment

Pain Relief

Mobility Improvement

Education

Graduate of an accredited therapy program

Job description

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VMRC strives to live and work as a community. Our mission is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that reflects the diversity of Harrisonburg/Rockingham County in race, ethnicity, and cultural demographics.

We are committed to maintaining a culture that embraces and values the views and opinions of "all" people regardless of race, color, ethnicity, and gender. Our commitment to achieving this goal will help to bring our mission and values to life.

Assesses, plans, organizes, and administers rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.

VMRC Therapy team has recently transitioned from a contracted team to in-house. We are currently seeking PRN DISCIPLINE to help complete our therapy team. As a vital team member, you will have the opportunity to support residents in meeting their therapy goals and improving their quality of life.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited therapy program
• Experience: 2-3 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred).
• Licenses/Certifications: Current Physical Therapist state license; CPR certification

Requirements:

• Restores patient’s function, alleviates pain, and prevents disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed physical therapy.
• Provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results.
• Develops a Plan of Treatment for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations, including short- and long-term goals, collaboration demands of other staff members, and patient and caregiver involvement.
• Determines physical therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription.
• Implements the Plan of Treatment on a consistent schedule and adjusts it according to patients' progress.
• Helps patients accomplish their treatment plans by administering manual exercises, massages, and using equipment as necessary.
• Evaluates mobility, strength, and current level of patient function, setting realistic goals for improvement.
• Evaluates and records patients' progress, modifying treatment plans and trying new treatments if required.
• Evaluates the use and fit of prosthetic and orthotic devices, noting patient progress, and recommending adjustments.
• Documents patient care services according to medical and facility documentation procedures.
• Reports patient progress to patients, caregivers, facility staff, and healthcare professionals involved in ongoing treatment.
• Develops a plan for patients after completion of their Plan of Treatment, including in-home care services.