PRN Physical Therapist

PACS•Chillicothe, OH

12d•$50 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a motivated, compassionate PRN Physical Therapist (PT) to join our Long-Term Care team in Ohio. This role involves helping residents regain strength, improve mobility, and get back to doing the things they love. You will evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, provide therapy services to improve strength, balance, coordination, and mobility, and help residents maximize independence and achieve their functional goals. Collaboration with nursing staff, families, and interdisciplinary team members, as well as maintaining accurate documentation and monitoring resident progress, are key aspects of this position.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Current, valid Ohio Physical Therapist license.
Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills.
A compassionate approach and a genuine desire to help residents thrive.

Nice To Haves

CPR Certification preferred but not required.

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.