Physical Therapist (PT) – Long-Term Care

Legacy Nursing; Simmesport (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LP Therapy is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to provide skilled therapy in a Long-Term Care setting, focused on restoring mobility, strength, and function.

The PT will review referrals, evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, administer exercises, educate families, document for Medicare, collaborate with care teams, and supervise PTAs as needed to meet quality and productivity standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Current state PT license required.
• Long-Term Care experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare guidelines required.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

• Review physician referrals and medical records to plan care.
• Evaluate strength, mobility, and functional ability; develop and modify treatment plans.
• Administer therapeutic exercises and modalities as prescribed.
• Educate patients and families; complete Medicare documentation.
• Collaborate with care teams and supervise PTAs and aides as required; contribute to quality outcomes and productivity standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Medicare knowledge

LTC experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) - Long-Term Care

LP Therapy

LP Therapy is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to provide skilled therapy services in a Long-Term Care setting focused on restoring mobility, strength, and function.

Responsibilities: review physician referrals and medical records; evaluate strength, mobility, and functional ability; develop and modify treatment plans; administer therapeutic exercises and modalities; educate patients and families; complete timely Medicare documentation; collaborate with care teams; supervise PTAs and aides as required; support quality outcomes and productivity standards.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy; current state PT license; LTC experience preferred; strong knowledge of Medicare guidelines; effective communication and teamwork skills.

Work Environment: LTC facility; physical demands include lifting and mobility assistance.