Physical Therapist - PT PRN
About The Position
Pate Rehabilitation is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to provide evidence-based therapy and help patients improve their quality of life. The therapist evaluates and treats patients based on physician orders or referrals, develops individualized treatment plans, monitors progress, and coordinates care with patients, families, physicians, and the treatment team. The role also includes maintaining required clinical and billing documentation, supervising Physical Therapist Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides, and participating in staff development and continuing education. Pate Rehabilitation, an affiliate of Rehab Without Walls, provides physical, occupational, speech/language, and neurocognitive therapies, as well as vocational rehabilitation, to support recovery for individuals with acquired brain injuries.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from a college or university with an accredited Physical Therapy program.
- Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the state of operation.
- Current Basic Life Support or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification, in accordance with state regulations.
- Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury.
- Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Physical ability to perform job-related duties that may require sitting, lifting, standing, bending, stooping, stretching, walking, pushing, and pulling.
- A health screen or examination may be required before assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on location policy and local or state regulations.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of work experience as a physical therapist is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat patients based on physician orders or referrals.
- Complete comprehensive evaluations using appropriate assessment tools and procedures.
- Review patient records for diagnoses, medical history, precautions, and contraindications.
- Establish measurable goals and develop treatment plans to support patients’ independence and function.
- Reassess treatment effectiveness and patient progress, modifying goals or treatment as needed.
- Communicate patient needs and progress to the treatment team, physicians, patients, and family members as applicable.
- Consult with medical providers about evaluations, treatment, patient progress, and discharge.
- Recommend and help secure adaptive equipment, and incorporate it into rehabilitation programs.
- Maintain and submit evaluation, treatment, and billing documentation according to company, facility, funding-source, and regulatory requirements.
- Follow company policies, compliance programs, professional practice standards, and applicable laws.
- Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides in patient care and related activities in accordance with the state practice act.
- Attend, participate in, or conduct staff development programs and meetings; complete required continuing education; and maintain clinical skills.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
