Physical Therapist (PT)

Colonial Poplin; Fremont, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K (Matching up to 2%)

Annual Performance Evaluations

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Electronic Documentation

Employee Appreciation Events

Job summary

Colonial Poplin in New Hampshire is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to develop individualized therapy programs, perform assessments, treatment, planning, and education to maximize patient progress toward functional goals. Collaboration with other health professionals is essential.

The ideal candidate holds a PT degree (BS, MS, or Doctorate), a current state license, and demonstrates strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PT program (BS, MS, or DPT) is required.
• Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Proficiency with applicable state and federal standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, evaluates needs/outcomes, and consults with specialists.
• Designs and implements individualized care plans with patient/family involvement.
• Adheres to defined standards of care.
• Coordinates support staff to reach goals.
• Communicates with staff to optimize outcomes.
• Follows policies, safety and infection control standards.
• Documents evaluations and treatment goals; maintains records.
• Maintains professional growth through education and workshops.

Skills

Knowledge of SNF patient care

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Customer service mindset

Professional communication with staff

Ability to travel for job

Education

PT degree (BS/MS/DPT)

Standards compliance (state/federal)

State PT license

Job description

Physical Therapist

· 401K (Matching up to 2%)

· Annual Performance Evaluations

· Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

· Health Insurance

· Dental Insurance

· Vision Insurance

· Disability Insurance

· Life Insurance

· Electronic Documentation

· Employee Appreciation Events

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist is responsible for the development of an individualized therapy program consisting of physical assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals. The Physical Therapist will also maintain a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff.

Duties/Responsibilities

· Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists. Reviews patients’ functional needs and adjusts care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

· Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever it seems appropriate.

· Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.

· Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients’ functional goals.

· Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.

· Practices facility and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.

· Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans. Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures.

· Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops. Keeps up to date on professional literature.

Required Skills/Abilities

· Knowledge and skills to care for patient needs of the SNF population

· Must possess problem solving skills to successfully perform job

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Strong customer service orientation.

· Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with other employees, patients, and family members

· Ability to travel as needed to perform job

Education and Experience

· Graduate of an accredited Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy.

· Proficiency with all applicable state, federal, and professional standards

· Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.

Physical Requirements

· Duties require extensive standing and walking.

· Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring patients.

· Duties require frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.