Physical Therapist

Vierra Communities•Bethesda, MD

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Carriage Hill Bethesda, a Vierra Communities property, is seeking a Physical Therapist to join their dynamic team. This role is based in a bright, state-of-the-art therapy suite designed for both patient healing and provider well-being, featuring an open-concept therapy floor with natural light. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, and a positive work environment with a team committed to growth and excellent care. The ideal candidate is motivated, reliable, and has a strong work ethic, dedicated to providing residents and patients with compassion and excellent care.

Requirements

License to practice Physical Therapy within the state
Successful completion of the National Certification Examination for Physical Therapist
Must pass a criminal background check
Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
Must have the patience, empathy, and compassion needed to care for elderly patients
Ability to work cooperatively with other healthcare professionals

Nice To Haves

Experience with long-term care and /or geriatric care is preferred

Responsibilities

Optimize the physical abilities and skills of patients by performing or supervising therapy staff in initiating referrals, evaluating and treating appropriate patients, complying with Minimum Data Set procedures, and effectively participating in the care planning process.
Documenting progress toward identified objectives and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, the patient’s family, the staff and other professionals as appropriate.
Conducts screenings of patients at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
Establishes individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members.
Develops treatment plans by identifying a problem list, including long and short-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family and other team members.
Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in the treatment plan.
Monitors patient’s response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with physicians’ orders.
Develops appropriate home or community programming to maintain and enhance the performance of the patient in his/her own environment.
Documents result of patient’s assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services.
Adapts treatment to meet the individual needs of the patients.
Provides/recommends/fabricates adaptive devices, orthotics or prosthetics. Trains patient, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of the above.
Participates in discharge planning.
Performs other duties or special projects as assigned and per JD.
Must be able to write, read and speak English.