PHYSICAL THERAPIST - OUTPATIENT CLINICS

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

St. Bernards Healthcare seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to lead and manage the PT program at TLH. You will evaluate and reassess participants at enrollment and on referral, and provide therapeutic interventions as part of a comprehensive PT service.

Responsibilities include overseeing the PT program, performing home visits as needed, and ensuring quality care for frail elderly clients within the TLH/PACE setting.

Qualificações

• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist in Arkansas.
• Minimum of one year experience with frail or elderly population.
• Community and geriatric nursing experience preferred.
• Sound clinical skills and good judgment.
• Effective oral and written communication; basic computer skills.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluate and reassess participants upon enrollment and referral.
• Provide and recommend therapeutic interventions.
• Responsible for the overall Physical Therapy program at TLH.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Clinical skills

Problem solving

Basic computer skills

Formação académica

Licensed Physical Therapist in Arkansas

Descrição da oferta de emprego

• JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Education
    • Must be currently licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of Arkansas.
  • Experience
    • A minimum of one year experience working with the frail or elderly population. Community and geriatric nursing experience strongly preferred. Sound clinical skills and demonstrated good judgment. Working knowledge of physical, mental and social needs of the frail elderly population. Ability to problem-solves and plans effectively. Effective oral and written communication skills. Basic computer skills.
  • Physical
    • Requires physical strength to perform the essential functions of the job.
      Must be able to work required schedule. Initial home visits are required and may be necessary for follow up as needed. Involves being inside and outside. Exposure to temperatures 32 degrees and less and 100 degrees or more, fumes, dust, and noise. Hearing within normal range. Frequent sitting, stooping, standing, walking, bending, pushing/pulling up to 250 pounds, carrying up to 35 pounds, and lifting up to 100 pounds. Must have reliable transportation and current drivers license valid in the state of Arkansas and appropriate automobile liability insurance.
    • This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
• JOB SUMMARY
  • The Physical Therapist will evaluate and reassess participants upon enrollment and upon referral from the Interdisciplinary Team as per PACE guidelines. Provides and recommends therapeutic interventions. Responsible for the overall Physical Therapy program at TLH.