What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Progressive Rehab Solutions Inc?
Job Title : Physical Therapist
Location : Skilled Nursing Facility / Long-Term Care (LTC) Facility
Schedule : Full-Time, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday to Friday (Weekends as Needed)
Job Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Plan, organize, and conduct physical therapy programs to assist in the rehabilitation of mentally, physically, or emotionally challenged individuals.
Review patient medical records thoroughly before and during treatment.
Collaborate with the rehabilitation team to develop customized activity programs and coordinate physical therapy with other therapeutic activities.
Administer physical therapy treatments using equipment such as hydrotherapy tanks, whirlpool baths, moist packs, ultraviolet lamps, infrared lamps, ultrasound machines, E-Stim, and TENS.
Assess and measure patients' strength, motor skills, sensory perception, functional capacity, and circulatory efficiency, recording findings to revise treatment plans.
Train and supervise students, nurses, and other medical staff on therapy techniques and objectives, demonstrating clear written and verbal communication.
Select appropriate activities tailored to individual capabilities to promote independence and improve overall functionality.
Supervise assistants, aides, and students and may lead training programs on physical therapy for staff and community groups.
General Skills :
Interpersonal Relationships : Develop and maintain positive working relationships.
Training & Teaching : Identify educational needs and provide relevant training programs.
Decision Making : Evaluate information and make informed decisions to solve problems.
Communication : Effectively share information with supervisors, peers, and subordinates.
Time Management : Organize and manage personal and others’ schedules.
Social Perceptiveness : Understand and anticipate others’ reactions.
Active Listening : Fully engage with others, ask clarifying questions, and avoid interruptions.
Physical Activity : Perform physical tasks, such as lifting, walking, balancing, and handling materials, as required.
Requirements :
Comply with Medicare guidelines and state licensure requirements.
Complete state-approved continuing education courses as required.
Demonstrate evidence-based practices within the LTC setting.
Experience, Education, and Licensure :
Education : Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy.
Experience : 1 year of experience preferred.
Licensure : Must hold a current state physical therapy license.
Physical Demands :
Ability to lift from ground, waist, and overhead levels (at least 100 lbs).
Perform activities including standing, sitting, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, and squatting.
Work Environment :
Location : Facility-based, with possible outdoor exposure.
Environmental Conditions : Travel may expose you to varying weather conditions.
Benefits :
Competitive Pay
Flexible Schedule
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Supplemental Insurance (Critical Illness, Short Term Disability, Accident, etc.)
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