Weekend PRN Physical Therapist - Geriatric Rehab

Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing; Walnut Grove (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional growth potential

Much more!

Job summary

The Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our facility on a PRN basis, primarily for weekend staffing. You will assess patients, design and oversee rehabilitation programs, and document progress while educating patients and families.

Candidates must have an accredited PT degree, a valid license, and be prepared to supervise PTAs. Prior long-term care experience is preferred; confidentiality and professional standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Valid PT license and state registration.
• Experience supervising Physical Therapy Assistants preferred.
• Experience in long-term care/geriatric care.
• Strong documentation writing skills.
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentation.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient-centered care.
• Upholds confidentiality, HIPAA and Residents' Rights.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and provide direct rehab care.
• Develop and administer treatment plans with goals aligned to patient capacity.
• Document patient condition and progress; educate patients and families.

Skills

Supervision of PTAs

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient-centered care

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

The Gallatin Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our facility on a PRN basis, primarily for weekend staffing. You will assess patients, design and oversee rehabilitation programs, and document progress while educating patients and families.

Candidates must have an accredited PT degree, a valid license, and be prepared to supervise PTAs. Prior long-term care experience is preferred; confidentiality and professional standards are essential.