Physical Therapist (PT) PRN

Shelby Oaks Post Acute; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby Oaks Post-Acute in Memphis, Tennessee, seeks a passionate Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive patient care across evaluation, treatment planning, and documentation. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, patient education, and adherence to reimbursement guidelines.

The ideal candidate holds TN licensure, BLS/CPR, and has experience in long-term care. This full-time position offers a rewarding environment focused on dignified, high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Physical Therapy.
• Active license as Physical Therapist in Tennessee.
• Active BLS/CPR.
• In good standing with regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Experience in long term care preferred.
• Able to work on multiple tasks at the same time.

Responsibilities

• Provides and directs all aspects of quality patient care including evaluation, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation.
• Develops treatment plan and provides treatment aligned with patient needs and reimbursement guidelines.
• Educates staff and other healthcare professionals on benefits and outcomes of intervention.
• Completes documentation including evaluations, daily progress notes, and monthly reports.
• Maintains appropriate state licensure, certification and credentialing.
• Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation timely.
• Makes appropriate referrals to other rehab team members.

Skills

Communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient-focused care

Education

Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy program

Active Physical Therapist license in TN

Active BLS/CPR

In good standing with regulatory boards

Experience in long-term care preferred

Job description

Shelby Oaks Post-Acute is a senior care facility in Memphis, Tennessee, that offers services including skilled nursing, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation. With a capacity of 77 residents, the facility provides both private and semi-private rooms, focusing on creating a comfortable and supportive environment. Amenities include tailored dietary plans, laundry services, and salon access. The facility emphasizes personalized care plans to cater to the unique needs of each resident.

Why Join us?

At Shelby Oaks Post-Acute, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for our residents in a supportive and enriching environment. Located in Memphis, Tennessee, our facility offers skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care, serving residents with dignity and respect.

We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team of dedicated professionals. Whether you are an experienced caregiver or looking to start a meaningful career in healthcare, Shelby Oaks Post-Acute offers a collaborative and rewarding workplace where your contributions make a difference every day.

Physical Therapist

provides and directs all aspects of quality patient care, including evaluation and treatment, treatment planning, goal setting, family education and documentation according to organizations guidelines, professional standards and community needs. Serves as a patient and rehabilitation advocate for current prospective patients, to all internal and external customers. Participates in quality assurance and customer service activities.

Makes evaluations that are initiated per M.D. orders-payer authorization and facility/payer source guidelines.

Develops treatment plan and provide treatment, consistent with benefit and reimbursement level for best functional outcome for patient.

Educates staff, other health care professionals and third party payer on the benefits and functional outcomes of intervention.

Appropriately and effectively completes documentation including evaluations, daily progress notes, summaries, or monthly reports as required.

Keys information into computer systems, including EMR

Screens all individuals who may benefit from therapeutic intervention.

Uses professional judgment to ensure safety of self, patients and others at all times.

Achieves quality patient care through interdisciplinary co-op, co-treatment, setting up protocols and programs.

Attends continuing education seminars/workshops to keep abreast of new clinical skills, programs or techniques. Provides inservice training sessions or other educational presentations to company, team or facility in order to enhance one's clinical and professional knowledge and skills.

Provides assistants and rehab techs clear directives concerning patients and treatment plans prior to initiation of patient care.

Confers with Program Specialists and supervisor to develop and implement new programs/techniques to enhance program utilization.

Maintains appropriate state licensure, certification and credentialing.

Submits billing, payroll, and expense documentation in a timely manner.

Makes appropriate referrals to other members of the rehab team.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Physical Therapy.
• Active license as Physical Therapist and is able to practice unencumbered in Tennessee.
• Active BLS/CPR.
• Is in good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payor sources.
• Full knowledge of resident's rights.
• Experience in long term care preferred
• Able to work on multiple tasks at the same time.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.