Senior Physical Therapist - Long-Term Care Rehab

Laurel-Square-Healthcare-and-Rehabilitation-Center; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Presencial; USD 75.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Laurel-Square-Healthcare-and-Rehabilitation-Center seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to assess, develop, and deliver rehabilitation programs for residents in long-term care. You will supervise PTAs and students, coordinate with physicians and caregivers, and ensure orders, documentation, and plan-of-care adherence.

Travel to nearby facilities may be required; commitment to safety, HIPAA, and compassionate elder care is essential.

Formación

• Graduate of a CAPTE-approved Physical Therapy program and licensed to practice.
• Minimum 3 years in long-term care preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare and third-party billing.
• Ability to supervise staff and coordinate with interdisciplinary team.
• Adherence to safety, HIPAA, and infection control procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise PTAs, therapists with temporary licenses, students, and ancillary staff in accordance with licensure requirements.
• Performs screens, evaluations, progress notes, and reevaluations of residents in regard to physical therapy needs upon referral in a timely manner.
• Establishes long-term and short-term goals determined by evaluation with residents, physicians, and caregivers.
• Ensure MD orders are obtained for evaluations, treatments, recertifications, and discharges.
• Responsible for the delivery and documentation of rehab services as outlined in the residents' plan of care.
• Participate in patient care meetings, staffing, and discharge planning.
• Monitor and adjust residents' plan of care as needed.
• Promote safety for residents and employees in all facility areas.
• Place residents' needs first to ensure excellent clinical care.
• Order, clean, maintain, and report issues with supplies and equipment.
• Establish professional relationships with residents, families, and facility staff.
• Assist with facility training and travel to nearby facilities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Communication

Documentation

Public speaking

Team supervision

HIPAA compliance

Educación

CAPTE-accredited PT program

Licensed Physical Therapist

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Laurel-Square-Healthcare-and-Rehabilitation-Center seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to assess, develop, and deliver rehabilitation programs for residents in long-term care. You will supervise PTAs and students, coordinate with physicians and caregivers, and ensure orders, documentation, and plan-of-care adherence.

Travel to nearby facilities may be required; commitment to safety, HIPAA, and compassionate elder care is essential.