Travel Physical Therapist

About the role

The SC Float Physical Therapist is responsible for providing therapy services at Benedictine communities as needed. This position may require travel to multiple sites within a single day, or assignment to a specific site for extended coverage lasting several weeks, including potential out-of-state assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of residents/patients through the process of evaluation, ongoing assessment, planning, and implementation of therapy interventions.
• Interacts effectively and professionally with residents/patients, family members, responsible parties and other health care team members, while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
• Complies with regulatory standards by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), the Department of Health, and any other applicable professional guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Provides therapy services at Benedictine communities as needed, traveling to various sites as required.
• Aids in the orientation of new physical therapists and supports the regional management team in establishing therapy services during new community acquisitions.
• Performs initial and reassessments on residents/patients as per MD orders and department policies.
• Develops and revises the plan of care based on resident diagnosis, physical and cognitive status, functional goals/outcomes, and discharge plan.
• Plans and provides education to residents, families, and caregivers, identifying learning needs, clearly communicating information, and documenting responses.
• Plans for resident discharge, anticipating both long-term and short-term needs, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and assessing residents before discharge as needed.
• Promotes the Benedictine Mission and Core Values of Hospitality, Stewardship, Respect, and Justice by integrating these values into daily activities.

Requirements

• Current state licensure in Physical Therapy, in good standing.

Qualifications

• One (1) or more years of experience in long-term care preferred.

Skills

• Proficiency in long-term care environments.
• Effective communication skills.
• Collaborative teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Benefits

A robust benefits package is available to eligible associates, including paid time off (PTO), retirement, medical, dental, vision, education assistance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits. For more information, visit our website at www.benedictineliving.org.

Pay

$48-$55 an hour

Schedule

Position will travel to Benedictine's senior care communities located in Minnesota, Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin, and North Dakota.