Part-Time Physical Therapist - York

Practical Administrative Solutions L.P•York, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Senior LIFE is seeking a Part-Time Physical Therapist to join their exciting new team of interdisciplinary professionals. New graduates are encouraged to apply. This role involves direct care, strategic thinking, and inspiring others. The Physical Therapist will develop, implement, and assess all therapy-based initiatives in alignment with individualized and group care plans. The position requires evaluating members' mobility levels and PT needs, devising treatment programs, setting goals, and assessing home environments. Documentation of care plans, therapeutic recommendations, and participation in therapies is crucial. The Physical Therapist will also complete fall risk assessments and participate in interdisciplinary teams, collaborating with physicians, nurses, dieticians, and occupational therapists.

Requirements

Licensed to practice physical therapy in Pennsylvania
Relevant degree from an accredited college or university
At least one year of experience working specifically with an elderly/geriatric population
Strong clinical competency
Ability to troubleshoot diverse circumstances
Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license

Nice To Haves

New Grads Encouraged to Apply

Responsibilities

Evaluating all members’ mobility levels and specific PT needs, devising comprehensive approaches to increasing strength, flexibility, ROM, motor control, neuromuscular reeducation and related pain reduction/discomfort, in keeping with new and existing medical and social needs
Developing innovative treatment programs and setting goals for members and caregivers, then devising a periodic check-in plan/procedure to gauge progress
Evaluating members’ home environments to minimize hazards and provide additional in-home support as needed
Documenting all changes in care plans and therapeutic recommendations, as well as participation in individual therapies and group activities in Data Pace
Assessing members’ functional status and adjusting/enhancing approaches as needed
Identifying areas of potential improvement, for both individual members and the LIFE Center community as a whole, then develop and implement these positive changes accordingly
Completing fall risk assessments and developing individual plans to reduce these vulnerabilities
Actively participating on interdisciplinary teams, working in tandem with physicians, nurses, dieticians, occupational therapists and other caregivers to provide meaningful updates, recommendations, timelines and other essential information that best steers ongoing Plans of Care.