PRN Physical Therapist – Geriatric Rehab & Team Focus

Eastern Healthcare Group; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Engagement activities

Positive work environment

Excellent training

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Eastern Health Group is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team at our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities. You will assess referred patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists to deliver patient-centered care.

Ideal candidates have an accredited PT degree, current license, and prior experience in long-term or geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy college or university.
• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of practice.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Experience with Case Mix Index and PPS scheduling is preferred however not limited to.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services.
• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.
• Set realistic and achievable goals for their patients
• Document and record the patients’ condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate physical therapy method.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Skills

Licensed PT

Long-term care

Geriatric care

PPS scheduling

Education

Accredited PT program

Job description

Eastern Health Group is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team at our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities. You will assess referred patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists to deliver patient-centered care.

Ideal candidates have an accredited PT degree, current license, and prior experience in long-term or geriatric care.