PHYSICAL THERAPIST-AZ

Distro•Sun City, AZ

2d•$41 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: â¢ Provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities for residents or patients with injuries or disease.

Requirements

Maintain confidentiality.
Knowledge of HIPAA.
General understanding of managed care.
Knowledge of state and federal therapy delivery and documentation rules in skilled nursing facilities.
Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Current Physical Therapist license in the state of employment.
Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Six months experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish and administer treatment plans with specific therapy goals under physician direction.
Assess patient needs; plan, evaluate, and modify care to meet physical therapy goals.
Collaborate with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals.
Set realistic and achievable goals for patients/residents.
Document patient/resident condition and progress per state and federal regulations.
Educate patients and families on appropriate therapy methods.
Optimize patient functionality and skills by directing and/or overseeing screening of all residents.
Communicate patient status and needs to patient, family, and involved professionals.
Ensure punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.
Adhere to Minimum Data Set (MDS) procedures and effective care planning.
Provide consultation and clinical supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs).
Perform other duties as assigned.