Physical Therapist, full-time, Brookpark

LionStone Healthcare•Brook Park, OH

10d•$45 - $49

About The Position

The Physical Therapist plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs physical therapy services and activities in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, and guidelines for nursing care facilities. The role coordinates with related departments, maintains therapy standards and documentation, participates in resident assessments and care planning, and supervises physical therapy assistants. It also provides physical therapy treatments, supports resident participation and safety, and maintains accurate billing and clinical records. Services may be provided in therapy areas or residents’ rooms, including by Telehealth as required. The position contributes to staff education, follows safety and infection-control procedures, maintains equipment and supplies, and respects resident rights and treatment decisions. The Physical Therapist works with residents, families, medical and nursing staff, department directors, visitors, and other parties to plan and provide appropriate therapy services. This full-time role is located at North Park - Therapy in Brook Park, Ohio. It is a first-shift position with no travel. The stated salary range is $45.00–$49.00 per hour.

Requirements

Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university.
Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Physical Therapist in the state.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to make independent decisions promptly when circumstances warrant.
Knowledge of physical therapy procedures.
Leadership and supervisory ability, including willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for the physical therapy service.
Ability to maintain supplies and equipment and the appearance of therapy areas.
Willingness to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing therapy services.
Ability to communicate information about a resident’s condition.
Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday and to see and hear, or use prosthetics that enable these senses to function adequately for the role.
Must meet Facility general health requirements, which may include a medical and physical examination.
Position may require lifting residents, equipment, or other objects from a minimum of 5 pounds to a maximum of 45 pounds periodically or as needed.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct physical therapy services, programs, and activities in accordance with applicable rules and guidelines.
Coordinate therapy planning with staff from related departments; develop and maintain therapy standards and help standardize treatment methods.
Review therapy policies, procedures, manuals, and job descriptions at least annually, and explain policies and procedures to personnel, residents, and family members as needed.
Participate in discharge planning, resident care plan development and implementation, and resident assessments, including MDS assessments and quarterly reviews.
Direct the occupational therapy department in conjunction with the Director of Rehabilitation, as described in the posting.
Maintain treatment records, resident files, progress notes, medical forms, reports, evaluations, charting, and appropriate electronic medical chart orders.
Work with Facility consultants regarding equipment and custom wheelchairs; ensure therapy billing is accurately coded and complete billing and daily notes on the date of service.
Supervise physical therapy assistants in accordance with state and board policies, and review their treatment and documentation.
Provide therapy services through Telehealth when required for compliance.
Review therapy requests and physician orders, interview residents, determine treatment needs, and schedule therapy as ordered.
Select therapeutic activities and exercises based on residents’ medical and social histories; explain procedures, prepare equipment, and prepare residents for treatment.
Provide and supervise therapy in the therapy area or resident rooms, including reassurance, instruction, and assistance with ambulatory training as needed.
Recommend changes to resident treatment as indicated and ensure therapist notes describe the care provided and resident response.
Participate in in-service education, on-the-job training, workshops, seminars, and Facility training programs.
Follow departmental, Facility, safety, sanitation, infection-control, universal-precaution, and personal protective equipment procedures.
Maintain a clean and safe therapy area; operate equipment safely and efficiently, provide necessary materials and equipment, and report supply, inventory, equipment, or hazard concerns.
Honor resident treatment refusals and participation in treatment decisions; explain and document consequences of declining prescribed therapy, report grievances, and allow residents to participate in treatment planning and scheduling as requested.
Adhere to HIPAA requirements and report medical concerns or changes in resident condition to the resident’s nurse and therapy supervisor.
Remain alert to resident safety and communicate with residents, families, medical staff, nursing personnel, and other departments to plan therapy needs.