Physical Therapist

Arbor View Senior Living•Arvada, CO

About The Position

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients, communicates with patients, clients, and team members, and maintains documentation of services in the medical record. The role also involves conducting ongoing in-services and training for patients, clients, and team members in restorative techniques. All duties must be completed in accordance with established medical practices, governmental requirements, and company policies and procedures. The Physical Therapist demonstrates the company’s mission, values, and ethical standards; promotes a professional, cooperative, and respectful environment; protects residents’ rights and property; and follows company and departmental policies. The position supervises Therapist Assistants and therapy students in direct patient care, helping them carry out plans of care and patient-related activities in accordance with state practice acts and reimbursement regulations.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited college or university.
Valid state license or eligibility to obtain a license in the state where services are provided.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Commitment to consistently delivering high-quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion, and integrity.
Ability to represent the company ethically and professionally and maintain accountability.
Commitment to the company’s values of care and compassion, community, honesty and integrity, teamwork, innovation, and safety.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients.
Communicate with patients, clients, and team members.
Maintain documentation of services in the medical record.
Conduct ongoing in-services and training for patients, clients, and team members on restorative techniques.
Complete duties in accordance with established medical practices, governmental requirements, and company policies and procedures.
Demonstrate commitment to the company’s mission, values, and standards of ethical behavior.
Model a positive and professional image and encourage cooperation with co-workers.
Support co-workers and promote teamwork by sharing information useful to achieving desired results.
Treat residents fairly and with kindness, dignity, and respect, and protect their rights.
Respect residents’ personal and property rights, including knocking before entering a resident’s room.
Comply with all company and departmental policies and procedures.
Supervise Therapist Assistants and therapy students in direct patient care and in carrying out plans of care and patient-related activities in accordance with state practice acts and reimbursement regulations.