What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist (PT) Part Time position at The Palazzo?
Physical Therapist (PT) needed for premier nursing facility. Come join our winning team!
Our Mission: We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual’s ability to thrive.
Position Summary:
Evaluates, plans, organizes, develops, and directs the Physical Therapy (PT) services for assigned patients/residents in accordance with current applicable laws and regulations, and as may be directed by the Director of Rehabilitation and/or Administrator, to assure that the highest degree of quality care can be maintained.
Qualifications:
- Current Arizona PT license
- Experience as a therapist in a nursing, hospital, or other related medical facility. New grads welcome to apply!
- Training in rehabilitative and restorative therapy practices
- Current CPR/BLS certifications
- Proven organizational and communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional in all work-related situations
Responsibilities:
- Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the physical therapy for assigned patients/residents in accordance with current laws and regulations that govern nursing care facilities
- Meets with administration, medical and nursing staff, as well as other related departments in planning therapy services
- Maintains treatment records, resident files, and progress notes as required
- Assesses patients’ needs; identifies and initiates appropriate physical therapy interventions
- Observes and evaluates treatment outcomes recommending changes as needed
- Performs assessments and re-assessments as needed on each assigned patient/resident
- Interviews resident to determine interests and types of treatments needed
- Participates in development and implementation of resident assessments (MDS) and care plans, including quarterly reviews
- Assists in transporting resident to and from physical therapy room/area
- Documents patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
- Educates patient's family/nursing staff/caregivers in follow-through programs
- Maintains equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying majority of costs for Medical HMO (with buy up plan options available)
- 401(k) with company match (company match begins after 1 year of service)
- Company paid Life and disability insurance
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
- Employee Assistance program
- Identity Theft and Travel insurance protections
- Bene-Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more….
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
*Benefits available to full-time employees.
The Palazzo is a Full-Continuing Care Community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and Memory Care. Our programs are created to accommodate a resident’s specific needs. Independent Living offers social activities,nutritious meals, housekeeping services and care as needed. Assisted Living is for those requiring 24/7 care and a personalized care plan. Skilled Nursing is available for residents who are transitioning from a hospital stay and are in need of rehabilitation or more long term care. Memory Care specializes in loving and compassionate assistance for your loved one who suffers from Alzheimer’s/Dementia.
Salary : $52 - $55
