Physical Therapist

ROCKY MOUNTAIN HEALTH CARE SERVICES•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Physical Therapists are responsible for overseeing, planning, and administering physical therapy evaluation and treatment to Rocky Mountain Health Care Services (RMHCS) program participants. The position blends outpatient, home health, and geriatric (55+) focused therapy to restore function and prevent disability. This position also acts as a member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT) as needed. The mission of the company is Improving lives, Optimizing wellness, Promoting independence.

Requirements

Completion of a Doctor of Physical Therapy or 4-year program from an accredited school is required
Must have working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office applications
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with participants, co-workers, vendors, medical staff, and the public

Nice To Haves

2 years of relevant work experience preferred
2 years of experience working with an adult or geriatric population preferred

Responsibilities

Serves as a required member of the Interdisciplinary Team and attends IDT meetings daily, or as required
Performs required assessments
Plan and prepare physical therapy treatment plans based on thorough evaluation and completes/updates corresponding interdisciplinary plans of care with physical therapy interventions and goals
Tests and measures participant strength, motor function, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise physical therapy treatment plans
Administers treatments involving application of physical agents
Evaluates effects of physical therapy treatment at various stages and adjusts treatment plans to achieve maximum benefit
Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends modification to Orthotist
Oversees all aspects of the physical therapy treatment plan, including the delegation of therapy to Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA), according to complexity of participant’s needs and nature of required physical therapy interventions
Supervises and directs Physical Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians, aides, and students
Trains family members, caregivers, and other staff members in methods to enhance mobility, safety and functional independence of participants
Evaluates for and provides training to participants and caregivers for durable medical equipment
Fulfills company documentation requirements
Other duties as requested/assigned