Physical Therapist (PRN)

Lewiston North of Cascadia; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewiston North of Cascadia is seeking a physical therapist to provide PRN services in Lewiston, Idaho. The role focuses on restoring function, improving mobility, and preventing or limiting disability in residents with injuries or disease.

The position requires licensure in the state, CPR certification, and prefers six months of long-term care experience. You’ll work as-needed to support facility staffing needs while delivering quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current Physical Therapist license in the state employed.
• Current CPR certification.
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and administers a treatment plan with specific therapy goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the physician.
• Assess patient needs; plans for, evaluates and modifies care to meet goals of physical therapy interventions.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each patient.
• Sets realistic and achievable goals for patients/residents.
• Documents and records the patients’/residents’ condition and progress per state and federal regulations.
• Educates patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Optimizes the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing and/or overseeing the screening of all residents.
• Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, and other involved professionals.
• Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Education

PT degree (Bachelors/Master/Doctorate)

Job description

Position Summary:

A physical therapist provide services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of residents/patients suffering from injuries or disease. This is a PRN (as-needed) position, providing coverage based on the facility's staffing needs. PRN employees typically work fewer than 16 hours per week on average.

Essential Functions

• Establishes and administers a treatment plan with specific therapy goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the physician.
• Assess patient needs; plans for, evaluates and modifies care to meet goals of physical therapy interventions.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each patient.
• Sets realistic and achievable goals for patients/residents.
• Documents and records the patients’/residents’ condition and progress per state and federal regulations.
• Educates patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Optimizes the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing and/or overseeing the screening of all residents.
• Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, and other involved professionals.
• Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Requirements

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate Degree from a college or university with an accredited Physical Therapy program.

Licenses/Certification:

Current Physical Therapist license in the state employed.

Current CPR certification.

Experience:

Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.