PRN Physical Therapist (PT)

Advanced Health Care; Cincinnati (OH); Vor Ort; USD 75.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Advanced Health Care in Cincinnati, OH seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide high-quality rehabilitation to residents, focusing on mobility, strength, and independence in daily activities. New grads are encouraged to apply.

The role offers PRN scheduling with 8-hour shifts across days, weekdays and weekends, requiring Ohio licensure and experience with Nethealth. This position emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and patient education to support ongoing recovery and

Qualifikationen

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist in Ohio.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting preferred.
• Proficiency with Nethealth is required.
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.

Aufgaben

• Evaluate residents' physical abilities and rehabilitation needs.
• Develop personalized treatment plans based on assessments and goals.
• Implement interventions to maximize function and safe mobility.
• Provide one-on-one therapy sessions using varied modalities.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to meet goals.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists to coordinate care.
• Educate residents and families on exercises and home programs.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries.

Kenntnisse

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Empathy

Tools

Nethealth

Jobbeschreibung

Description

The Physical Therapist will play a crucial role in providing high-quality rehabilitation services to our residents, with a focus on restoring mobility, improving strength and function, and enhancing overall quality of life.

**NEW GRADS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY**

Schedule: PRN, Weekdays, Weekends, 8 Hour Shifts, Days

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Evaluate Residents' physical abilities, functional status, and rehabilitation needs through comprehensive assessments.
• Develop personalized treatment plans based on assessment findings, resident goals, and evidence-based practice guidelines.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to address impairments, maximize functional independence, and promote safe mobility.
• Provide one-on-one physical therapy sessions to residents, utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques and modalities.
• Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to optimize outcomes and achieve rehabilitation goals.
• Collaborate with team members, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists, to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
• Educate residents and their families on exercise programs, safety techniques, and home exercise regimens to support ongoing rehabilitation and prevent re-injury.
• Document all physical therapy services provided, including initial evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries, in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in resident care conferences, team meetings, and in-service training sessions to share expertise, contribute to care planning, and stay informed about best practices in rehabilitation.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and effective communication skills.
• Perform all other duties assigned.

Requirements

Job Qualifications:

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist in Ohio.
• Any clinical experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting is preferred.
• Experience using Nethealth is required.
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills, with proficiency in evaluating and treating a diverse range of conditions and diagnoses.
• Ability to build rapport with residents through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with residents, families, and team members.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, resident-centered care with empathy and compassion.

Physical Requirements:

• Work performed in a medical setting due to the need to work directly with residents.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the facility for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting of therapy equipment and assisting residents.
• Manual dexterity and coordination for performing therapeutic exercises, manipulating therapy tools, and conducting assessments.
• Strength and endurance to assist residents with mobility, transfers, and positioning as needed.
• Visual acuity and auditory perception to observe and assess resident movements and communicate effectively with residents and team members.
• Stamina and physical resilience to handle the demands of providing therapy services to multiple residents throughout the day.
• Compliance with infection control protocols and safety precautions to minimize the risk of injury or illness to oneself and others.
• Flexibility to adapt to various environmental conditions and accommodate the physical needs of residents with diverse mobility levels and functionality abilities.
• Ability to operate therapy equipment and assistive devices safely and effectively, following proper training and protocols.
• Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager.
• Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
• The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.

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