What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist, LifeCircles PACE position at United Methodist Retirement Communities?
Status: Exempt, Full Time, min 40 hours/week
Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8a - 4:30pm | No weekend or Holidays & flexible with scheduling.
Location: Muskegon, LifeCircles PACE
Overview
The Physical Therapist evaluates participants aged 55 or older and assesses their mobility level and other functional abilities. This position is responsible for collaborating with the therapy team and other interdisciplinary team members. This will include providing and recommending therapeutic exercise, gait training, the application of modalities and the planning and development of group exercise programs for maintenance therapy of LifeCircles participants.
What you’ll do
- Conducts initial and periodic assessments, identifies, and develops a specific plan of care for the rehabilitative needs of the LifeCircles participant and assures all are completed as described in LifeCircles policy.
- Assesses the need for adaptive and/or durable medical equipment, orthotics and prosthesis, followed by recommendations to the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
- Assesses the need for physical therapy services provided at the LifeCircles Center, followed by recommendations to the IDT.
- Plans, develops, and implements a plan of therapy to include exercise, treatments, use of modalities, implementation of assistive devices and/or maintenance for participants to meet goals when indicated.
- Assesses all newly issued orthotic shoes, braces, and prosthetics for appropriateness and proper fit. assists in monitoring diabetic footwear needs.
- Provides treatment in appropriate settings to meet participant care needs, settings may include participant's home, skilled nursing/assisted living facilities, or LifeCircles center.
- Participates in the discharge planning of participants from the hospital, assisted living, and/or skilled nursing facilities.
- Assists with DME management, ordering, installation, and adjustment.
- Contributes to shared therapy team tasks following department policies and procedures.
- Communicates with care partners to coordinate care and provide training and education as indicated.
- Completes documentation per organizational standards.
The above is a summary of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. If selected for the position you will receive a full job description.
What it takes
- Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Physical Therapist (PT) in the State of Michigan.
- Must be comfortable in a self-directed environment.
- Proficient in computer use: Excel, Microsoft Office, Outlook, and electronic medical records.
Why Brio Living Services
- Make an impact on the lives of older adults!
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance| Retirement Savings Plan| Wellness Program & Reimbursement
- Up to 6 weeks of flexible time off | 6 Paid Holidays | 2 Floating Holidays
- $500 Team Member Referral bonus program
- Growth Opportunities | Educational Scholarship Program | Tuition Reimbursement
ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT
Brio Living Services is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, please contact us at loveyourcareer@mybrio.org
BRIO LIVING SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Brio Living Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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