Physical Therapist Senior Living

Reliant Rehabilitation•Rocklin, CA

3d•$60 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Living Physical Therapist role is based in an Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care setting. The position provides physical therapy and related services to patients in accordance with physical therapy principles and practices and Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. The therapist screens and evaluates patients, develops and updates treatment and discharge plans, supervises assistants and Rehab Techs, and performs case management responsibilities. The role also represents Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service through professional conduct and positive interactions with communities and clients, while adhering to applicable state and federal regulations.

Requirements

Graduate of an APTA-accredited school of physical therapy.
Valid physical therapist state license where applicable.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Basic Internet navigation skills.
Effective clinical problem-solving skills, including prioritizing issues, developing and executing action plans, and ensuring appropriate results.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively as a team player and build relationships with a diverse population.
Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English-language instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, productive environment.
Ability to lift fifty pounds of dead weight alone and frequently lift patients using appropriate biomechanical techniques.
Ability to travel between communities during scheduled hours and work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Ability to supervise PTAs, Rehab Techs, and/or physical therapy students in accordance with state practice act guidelines.

Responsibilities

Screen residents as appropriate and evaluate and treat patients referred by a state-approved referral source.
Optimize patients’ functionality and skills by providing, directing, and overseeing physical therapy.
Ensure accurate and timely billing and documentation in medical records in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
Establish and maintain effective, patient-centered interactions with patients, interdisciplinary team members, and other clientele.
Refer patients to Certified Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) and provide consultation and clinical supervision to PTAs throughout the cluster.
Remain available to answer PTA questions and directly supervise PTAs and Rehab Techs during skilled group and individual treatment.
Build the physical therapy program by integrating physical therapy into community and interdisciplinary care, contributing to patient-care and administrative activities, and maintaining relationships with health care professionals and colleagues.
Refer patients to other rehabilitation team members and develop and implement programs or techniques to enhance rehabilitation services.
Follow policies and procedures relating to environmental safety, orderliness, risk management, infection control, emergency preparedness, patient rights, and privacy.
Develop clinical, professional, and management skills through interaction with colleagues, self-study, and continuing education.
Maintain a valid state license where applicable and stay aware of issues affecting physical therapy and the health care environment.
Apply knowledge of relevant payment models, billing and treatment guidelines, and clinically appropriate delivery methods while providing quality care and reasonable goals and outcomes.
Maintain confidentiality and conduct oneself ethically, legally, and responsibly; follow the Team Member Handbook and Code of Business Conduct.
Travel between communities during scheduled hours and work varying hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Attend mandatory meetings, trainings, and assignments, and perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.