Physical Therapist PRN

Nationwide Healthcare Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Healthcare Services is seeking a Physical Therapist to assess and develop rehabilitation programs for residents in long-term care settings. You will educate residents and caregivers and coordinate with physicians to tailor plans of care.

Role includes supervision of PT staff, documentation of evaluations, and collaboration with the care team to ensure safe, effective therapies. Willingness to travel between facilities is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CAPTE-approved Physical Therapy program.
• Valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of licensure.
• Experience in long-term care preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and push equipment as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, therapists with temporary licenses, students and staff.
• Perform screens, evaluations, progress notes and reevaluations in a timely manner.
• Establish short- and long-term goals with residents, physicians, and caregivers.
• Ensure MD orders for evaluations, treatments, and discharges.
• Deliver and document rehab services per the plan of care.
• Participate in patient care meetings and care transitions.
• Travel to facilities within a reasonable distance as needed.

Education

CAPTE-approved Physical Therapy program

Valid Physical Therapy license in state(s) of licensure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SUMMARY: The Physical Therapist assesses the need for, develops, and delivers physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation. The Physical Therapist identifies the need for and makes referral(s) to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of residents. They implement individualized therapy programs designed to maximize potential. They will educate and train residents and caregivers in those skills and functions to promote residents’ highest practical level of functioning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists with temporary licenses, students, and ancillary staff in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.




• Performs (including documentation of such) screens, evaluations, progress reports, treatment encounter notes, and reevaluations of residents in regard to physical therapy needs upon referral in a timely manner.




• Establishes long-term and short-term goals determined by evaluation in conjunction with the resident, physician, caregiver, and additional disciplines involved with patient care




• Ensure MD orders are obtained for evaluations, treatments, recertifications, and discharges.




• Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery and documentation of rehab services as outlined in the residents’ plan of care.




• Fully participates in patient care, staffing, and other related meetings as assigned by DOR.




• Monitors and makes changes to the residents’ plan of care as needed




• Promotes safety for residents and employees in all areas of the facility.




• Places residents’ needs first, to ensure that residents and families receive excellent clinical care in a caring and compassionate manner.




• Orders, cleans, maintains, and reports issues with supplies and equipment as needed.




• Establish professional relationships with residents, family members, and the facility team to ensure that consistent communication is provided to them regularly




• Partner with residents, family members, and facility staff through the care and discharge planning process to facilitate transition to the appropriate level of care.




• Assist as needed with facility training(s).




• Be available to travel to facilities within a reasonable distance as needed.




• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Graduate of a school of Physical Therapy approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)

• Valid Physical Therapy license and able to practice in the state(s) of licensure.

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of 3 years of experience in long-term care preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The team members will need to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds,




• push a minimum of 200 pounds, and push such a weight a minimum of 200 feet.




• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and distance vision.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.




• The ability to write clear and concise routine reports and documentation regarding resident care.




• The ability to speak effectively before groups of residents, team members, and family members.

COMPUTER AND OFFICE EQUIPMENT SKILLS:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Access, etc.).




• Familiar with telephone equipment, fax machines, coping machines, and other various pieces office equipment.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must have knowledge of state practice acts, thorough knowledge of Medicare and third payer billing.




• Must possess patience and understanding of the elderly and have a sincere interest in working with the elderly population.




• The employee will adhere to all universal precautions and prescribed safety and infection control procedures at all times.




• Washes hands thoroughly, uses disposable gloves where indicated and properly disposes of soiled materials.




• Safeguards all resident information and adheres to all HIPPA regulations.

OTHER WORK REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to use a variety of therapy equipment. Must be flexible regarding work schedule and willing to work some weekends and holidays.