Physical Therapist Part Time

PACS

3d•$40 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

Union Post Acute is a long-term care and rehabilitation community with an excellent reputation in Union, South Carolina. They provide a warm, home-like environment where residents feel cared for, respected, and valued. They are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate Part-time Physical Therapist to join their team. This opportunity is suitable for experienced Physical Therapists or new graduates looking to grow professionally and make a meaningful impact.

Requirements

Degree in Physical Therapy
Active South Carolina Physical Therapist License
A heart for helping residents improve mobility, strength, and independence
A positive attitude and a commitment to exceptional resident care
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs for Net Health and Point Click Care.
Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
Determine additional certification as appropriate per facility.
CPR certification, if required by licensure.

Nice To Haves

Graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

Evaluate residents to determine physical therapy needs, functional limitations, and rehabilitation potential in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident related activities, following state practice act.
Communicate regularly with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
Participates in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., splints, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
Must maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and facility rehabilitation program development as assigned.
Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents/residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.