Physical Therapist PRN
PACS Group•Cottage Grove, MN
About The Position
The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats residents, communicates with families, physicians, and other health team members, and documents services in medical records. The therapist conducts ongoing in-services and training for facility staff. The role also supervises physical therapy assistants, aides, and students, and contributes to the facility’s rehabilitation and quality improvement activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy.
- Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state.
- Meet state continuing education requirements and maintain a license in good standing with the state board.
- Proficient in computer skills, including entering data into Net Health and Point Click Care programs.
- Ability to read technical procedures and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
- Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and families.
- Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions.
- CPR certification, if required by licensure.
- Ability to perform the physical demands described, including assisting, supporting, and transporting residents in accordance with safe resident handling practices.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of a Master’s or Doctorate program in Physical Therapy.
- Additional certification as appropriate to the facility.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents’ 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 the nursing department with training Restorative Aides.
- Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants in direct resident care and resident-related activities in accordance with the state practice act.
- Communicate with physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families about progress, goals, and discharge planning.
- Participate in Resident Care conferences, Utilization Review meetings, and Rehabilitation meetings as needed.
- Provide in-services and training programs for facility staff as needed.
- Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation according to 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 about treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
- Recommend and facilitate ordering durable medical equipment to support resident mobility and independence, such as splints, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.
- Maintain confidentiality of resident and company information.
- Report department equipment problems to support its maintenance in good working order.
- Contribute to quality assurance, performance improvement initiatives, and rehabilitation program development as assigned.
- Relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.
- Supervise PT assistants, aides, and students.
