Role OverviewAdministers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability. Reviews patient data and develops treatment programs. Evaluates patient's strength, motor development, and functional capacity.
What You Will Do
Administers manual exercises, instructs patients, and evaluates treatment effects. Confers with physicians and other practitioners to integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of patient care.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy, a current license to practice, and the ability to make independent decisions. Must be a supportive team member and contribute to team work.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university
- current, unencumbered license to practice as a Physical Therapist in this state
- ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served
- ability to make independent decisions
- ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
- leadership and supervisory ability
- ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, procedures, etc., of the physical therapy service
- patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm
- willingness to handle residents on whatever maturity level in which they are currently functioning
- ability to relate information concerning a resident's condition
- ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Medical insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Paid holidays
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