PRN Physical Therapist (PT)

Advanced Health Care of Cincinnati•Cincinnati, OH

10d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides high-quality rehabilitation services to residents, focusing on restoring mobility, improving strength and function, and enhancing quality of life. The role includes evaluating residents, developing and delivering individualized treatment plans, tracking progress, collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams, and educating residents and families. New graduates are encouraged to apply. This is a PRN position with weekday and weekend availability, 8-hour day shifts. The listed pay is $50–$53 per hour.

Requirements

Current Ohio state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
Experience using Nethealth is required.
Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills, including the ability to evaluate and treat a range of conditions and diagnoses.
Ability to build rapport with residents through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to collaborate with residents, families, and team members.
Commitment to high-quality, resident-centered care with empathy and compassion.
Ability to stand, walk, and move around the facility for extended periods; bend, stoop, reach, and lift therapy equipment and assist residents.
Manual dexterity and coordination for therapeutic exercises, therapy tools, and assessments.
Strength and endurance to assist residents with mobility, transfers, and positioning as needed.
Visual acuity and auditory perception to assess resident movements and communicate effectively.
Stamina and physical resilience to provide therapy to multiple residents throughout the day.
Ability to comply with infection control protocols and safety precautions.
Flexibility to adapt to different environmental conditions and residents’ physical needs.
Ability to safely operate therapy equipment and assistive devices after appropriate training.
Regular attendance and punctuality according to the department supervisor’s or manager’s schedule.
Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
Ability to use abdominal and lower-back muscles repeatedly or continuously over time without fatigue.

Nice To Haves

Clinical experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate residents’ physical abilities, functional status, and rehabilitation needs through comprehensive assessments.
Develop personalized treatment plans based on assessment findings, resident goals, and evidence-based practice guidelines.
Provide therapeutic interventions and one-on-one physical therapy sessions to address impairments, maximize independence, and promote safe mobility.
Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to achieve rehabilitation goals.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other team members to coordinate care.
Educate residents and families about exercise programs, safety techniques, and home exercise regimens.
Document physical therapy services, including evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries, in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
Participate in resident care conferences, team meetings, and in-service training sessions.
Contribute to a positive work environment through professionalism, teamwork, and effective communication.
Perform other assigned duties.