Physical Therapist PT

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management seeks a licensed Physical Therapist at The Center at Arrowhead in Glendale, AZ. You will provide direct rehab care, assess patients’ mobility and strength, and collaborate with families and the care team to meet achievable goals.

The role requires current PT licensure, CPR/BLS certification, and fingerprint clearance. You will contribute to a patient-centered program with a focus on safe handling and positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current PT license required.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Finger print clearance card required.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to standards of practice and state guidelines.
• Evaluate mobility, strength and function; set goals realistic for patient abilities.
• Plan patient care with family and care team; coordinate short- and long-term goals.
• Verify patient information and treatment purpose; monitor movements to ensure safety.
• Communicate progress with supervisor and health team; maintain therapy notes daily.
• Demonstrate proper body mechanics and make independent decisions when needed.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

PT License

CPR/BLS Certification

Finger Print Card

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: GLENDALE, AZ 85308, Salary Range: $1.00 - $1.00 Hourly

The Center at Arrowhead is a skilled nursing facility that serves patients needing physical rehabilitation and/or complex nursing care. Our highly qualified, caring staff provides care in a beautiful, hotel like atmosphere to help our patients achieve strength and functionality. Skilled-nursing care, family involvement, psychological care and discharge planning complement a well-rounded, individualized program and encourages each patients transition to their highest functional level. With state of the art equipment and unparalleled comfort and amenities, our physician-driven care plan is designed to maximize the quality of our care.

Purpose of Job Position

The Physical Therapist provides direct rehab care in Physical Therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicate laws, regulations and policies.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to standards of practice as well as State standards
• Evaluate mobility, strength and current level of patient function, while setting goals to improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and realistically obtainable
• Work closely with patients, family members and other care team members to adequately plan for patient needs, to include short term and long term goals
• Verify patient information and confirm purpose of treatment
• Monitor each movement to ensure the patient is performing them properly to avoid new/further injuries
• Effectively communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans
• Chart appropriately and daily, to include therapy notes, treatment times and labor hours.
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions
• Must utilize good body mechanics at all times
• Must be able to make safe, independent decisions when circumstances arise
• Must be knowledgeable of physical therapy policies and procedures as well as the laws and regulations
• Understands and complies with company policies
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients
• Must utilize good body mechanics at all times
• Must demonstrate dependability and regular attendance
• Must have excellent customer service, clinical skill, and communication and positive attitude
• Be able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds, safely transfer patients, and participate in staff training related to safe patient handling
• Must be able to work effectively and productively

Education and Certification Requirement

• Current PT License
• CPR/BLS Certification
• Finger Print card