Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing - PRN

Good Samaritan; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Samaritan Davenport, IA is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our Skilled Rehab and Home Health team on a PRN basis. The role covers Davenport Skilled Nursing Facility and Home Health clients with flexible scheduling.

You will assess and treat conditions including orthopedic issues, weakness, balance/falls, neck and back pain, and deconditioning while documenting care and collaborating with staff. If needed, you may supervise aides and provide peer education.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist in the applicable state(s).
• BLS for health care providers required or within the first 60 days.
• May require a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver physical therapy programs to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Conduct examinations, evaluations, and interventions for clients/residents.
• Educate clients and families about treatment plans and home exercises.
• Supervise aides and participate in ongoing department education.

Skills

BLS for HCP

Patient care

Documentation

Education

Physical Therapist license

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS IA Davenport Ctr

Location: Davenport, IA

Address: 700 Waverly Rd, Davenport, IA 52804, USA

Shift: Day

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $37.50 - $62.00

Department Details

The Skilled Rehab and Home Health team at Good Samaritan Davenport seeks to hire a Physical Therapist to join our team.

The position is PRN, covering the Davenport Skilled Nursing Facility and Davenport Home Health clients as caseload increases and for PTO coverage.

Currently, we treat the following conditions: orthopedic, weakness, balance/falls/gait, cervical/back pain, general deconditioning, and other various conditions.

Paid travel and mileage between home health patients.

Job Summary

Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs that help clients/patients/residents recover and improve their mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and prevent deformities. Conducts examinations, evaluations, and interventions clients/patients/residents who are affected by injury or disease. Utilizes tools and techniques to administer physical therapy interventions following safeguards. Documents client's/patient's/resident's information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Educates clients/patients/residents and their family members about treatment plans/schedules and self-exercises to be continued at home. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of clients/patients/residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents.

May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.

Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, third party payers, public organizations, companies/contractual partners, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.

Based on facility needs and assigned locations, may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as a Physical Therapist.

When applicable, may require valid driver's license.

Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0272984

Job Function: Allied Health

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