Physical Therapy Day shift

PACS Group (United Kingdom); United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group (United Kingdom) is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients within 24 hours of referral. The role includes supervising PT assistants, training nursing staff, and coordinating care with physicians and the health team.

The position involves documenting evaluations, planning durable medical equipment needs, and participating in discharge planning to ensure patients regain independence. Strong computer skills and adherence to state practice acts are required.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy; Master’s or Doctorate preferred.
• Computer skills: Proficient in data entry in Casamba and Point Click Care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients within 24 hours of referral or 1 business day.
• Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approvals from referring physicians.
• Supervise PT assistants, aides and students.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Record evaluations and daily/weekly notes per state laws and policy.
• Participate in discharge planning and caregiver education for home therapy.
• Communicate progress with supervisor and health team members.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Casamba

Point Click Care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Masters or Doctorate in Physical Therapy (preferred)

Tools

Casamba

Point Click Care

Job description

Wage ranges from 38.00-45.00. Evaluate patients within twenty four (24) hours, or 1 business day of physician referral. If unable to complete evaluation in 24 hours, documentation in medical record clearly defines cause for delay. Develop effective treatment plan and obtain approval for services from referring physician. Treat patients per the physician treatment plan. Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides. Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice act. Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans. Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences as needed. Participate in in services training program for other staff in the facility. Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per PT Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements. Record treatment changes per policy and procedures. Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services. Participate in discharge planning. Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars. Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order. Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.

Supervisory Requirements

Supervises PT assistants, aides and students.

Qualification

Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy, prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Physical Therapy. Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state. Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices. Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.

Physical Demands

The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities:

• Standing and /or walking very frequently.
• Sitting occasionally.
• Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
• Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
• Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.
• Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects.
• Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally.
• Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Additional Information

Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.