Position Summary

A physical therapist provide services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of residents/patients suffering from injuries or disease.

Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each 

state’s specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents.

Essential Functions

• Establishes and administers a treatment plan with specific therapy goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the physician.
• Assesses patient needs; plans for, evaluates and modifies care to meet goals of physical therapy interventions.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each patient.
• Sets realistic and achievable goals for patients/residents.
• Documents and records the patients’/residents’ condition and progress per state and federal regulations.
• Educates patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.
• Optimizes the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing and/or overseeing the screening of all residents.
• Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, and other involved professionals.
• Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Other Functions

• Adhere to Minimum Data Set (MDS) procedures and effective care planning.
• Provides consultation and clinical supervision to PTA’s working in the facility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of HIPAA.
• General knowledge and understanding of managed care.
• Knowledge of state and federal rules relating to therapy delivery and documentation in skilled nursing facilities.

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate Degree from a college or university with an accredited Physical Therapy program. 

Licenses/Certification

Current Physical Therapist license in the state employed.

Current CPR certification.

Experience

Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.