Part Time Physical Therapist- Gardens at Foley

About the role

Provides and directs physical therapy services to patients, including the assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication. Functions under physician’s orders.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services to patients and initiates referrals when appropriate and in accordance with Northwoods Rehab Policies and Procedures.
• Counsels patients, families and other team members on the evaluation findings.
• Establishes individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members.
• Develops treatment plans by identifying a target list, including short and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
• Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family and other team members.
• Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in treatment plan.
• Maintains a safe and clean work area and adheres to facility safety standards, as well as complying with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.
• May be asked to travel to participate in home assessments within a reasonable distance from the facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor (or higher degree) of Science in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Successful completion of National Certification Examination for Registered Physical Therapist
• Current state licensure or license eligible

Physical Requirements

• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally
• Exerting up to 25 pounds of force frequently
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force constantly
• Standing frequently
• Walking frequently
• Bending frequently
• Sitting occasionally
• Standing rotation occasionally
• Gripping frequently
• Overhead reach infrequently
• Kneeling occasionally
• Squatting occasionally
• Stair climbing occasionally
• Average work day is up to 8 hours

Job Relationships

Responsible to and reports to the Director of Therapy/Rehab.

Qualifications

• Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development
• Adheres to Northwoods Rehab procedures regarding documentation of physical therapy services
• Attends in-service meetings and facility meetings as required
• Participates in Quality Assurance Program as required
• Projects a positive and professional image at all times
• Maintains positive relationships and rapport with coworkers, supervisors, patients, family members and facility personnel and administration
• Reports to work on time and coordinates schedule for efficient patient treatments
• Maintains passwords for the software required for position and keeps all passwords secure
• Performs such other duties as assigned and as required to effectively perform the responsibilities of the position and are in the best interest of Northwoods Rehab.