Physical Therapist

About the Role

Majestic Care of Southport is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our team in delivering excellent healthcare through our core values: Listening, Empathy, Accountability, and Decisiveness (LEAD). This role focuses on evaluating, planning, and implementing individualized physical therapy treatments for residents in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) to improve mobility, strength, endurance, balance, and overall functional independence. The Physical Therapist collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to provide high-quality, resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Care and Treatment
  • Conduct initial and ongoing evaluations to assess residents’ physical therapy needs, including mobility, strength, balance, and functional limitations.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, resident goals, and functional abilities.
  • Provide direct physical therapy interventions such as therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, mobility enhancement, and manual therapy.
  • Utilize evidence-based practices to promote optimal functional outcomes and independence.
  • Monitor and document residents’ progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to reflect changes in condition or goals.
  • Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment plans, home exercises, and safety strategies to support continued progress and prevent injury.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members—including nursing, occupational therapy, and speech therapy—to ensure coordinated, resident-centered care.
• Documentation and Compliance
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all evaluations, treatments, progress notes, and discharge planning in accordance with SNF, state, and federal guidelines.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory and facility policies, including HIPAA, OSHA, infection control protocols, and Medicare PDPM requirements.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of best practices within the rehabilitation department.
• Professional Development and Education
  • Stay current with advancements in physical therapy, geriatric rehabilitation, and regulatory standards.
  • Engage in continuing education and professional development opportunities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
  • Provide training and mentorship to physical therapy assistants and other team members to support clinical excellence and consistency of care.
• Supervisory Responsibilities
  • Oversee and support physical therapy assistants (PTAs) in accordance with state practice acts and facility guidelines.
  • Provide coaching, development, and corrective action as needed to ensure high-quality service delivery.
  • Evaluate team member performance and offer constructive feedback to promote professional growth and accountability.

Requirements

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist.

Benefits

• Quarterly Pay Increase
• Daily Pay
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Telehealth Services
• Double Pay on Holidays
• Care Team Member Relief Fund