Therapy - PT

Cynet Health; Texas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health in Texas is seeking a Physical Therapist for a 13-week Days shift in a Long Term Care setting. A valid Texas or compact license is required, with a minimum of 2 years of LTC experience.

You will assess, diagnose, and develop an individualized treatment plan to reduce pain and restore function while working with patients to prevent disability. You will perform evaluations, implement plans of care, supervise staff as appropriate, and maintain thorough documentation for accreditation

Qualifications

• Active Texas or compact PT license required.
• Minimum 2 years of Long Term Care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and perform history taking, systems review, and tests to guide care.
• Develop individualized plan of care with patient-centered goals.
• Provide treatment to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function.
• Reassess patient progress and adjust treatment as needed.
• Document accurately and timely per policy and payer requirements.
• Coordinate with caregivers and health team to optimize outcomes.

Job description

Therapy - PT

Profession: Physical Therapist

Specialty: Long Term Care

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Days

Hours per Shift: 8 hours

Experience: Minimum 2 years experience in Long Term Care setting

License: Valid Texas or compact license

Description:The physical therapist will accurately assess, differentially diagnose, and identify deficits in a patient's ability to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives.They will develop an individualized treatment plan with patient-centered goals to reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability.The therapist will work with individuals to prevent the loss of mobility.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:Performs patient evaluations through the process of obtaining history, performing relevant systems review, and selecting and administering specific tests and measures to obtain data.Establishes an individualized plan of care and selects treatment techniques that address the specific impairments identified in the evaluation and in accordance with physician orders.Conducts ongoing reassessment of the patient and their response to treatment.Initiates and manages the discharge plan beginning from the first visit and continuing throughout treatment.Supervises and delegates to ancillary staff and students consistent with state laws and departmental policy.Completes legible, accurate, and clear documentation within the established timeframe identified in departmental policy and procedure and in accordance with accreditation requirements and insurance regulations.Communicates with the patient, family, caregivers, significant others, and members of the health care team to promote maximum benefit of care utilizing effective communication techniques.Assesses educational needs of the patient, family, caregiver, or significant other and provides education to meet those needs.Participates in professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, including in-service meetings and workshops, and by reading current literature concerning scope of practice.Actively participates in quality improvement activities.Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff.Complies with appropriate and approved safety standards.Functions within the scope of practice as defined by the state’s practice act.Performs other related duties as required and directed.