Physical Therapist- Full Time (Skilled Nursing Facility) - Advanced Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center of Garland

 

• Assure the quality of patient care, evaluation and treatment programs by providing hands on assessment, treatment, and direction to subordinate staff on matters of treatment.

 

• Evaluate patients using appropriate Physical Therapy Techniques.

 

• Develop and implement patient plan of care and goals using appropriate PT skills, and reviewing and revising the program as progress indicates.

 

• Actively listen to patient and family concerns when modifying treatment plans.

 

• Be able to provide patient care during scheduled hours as assigned by a supervisor.

 

• Educate and motivate patients and families to learn and improve functional activities.

 

• Assure the quality of overall perceived patient care.

 

• Document progress, discharge summaries, home programs, and other required documentation in a timely manner.

 

• Confer with physicians and other staff members to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment plans.

 

• Maintain patient and family confidentiality at all times.

 

• Participate in continuing education activities and obtain required contact hours.

 

• Appropriately utilize Physical Therapist Aides to assist with patient care.

 

• All job duties considered essential to job performance.

 

• Additional job duties as assigned. Adherence to CNRS Policies

 

• Demonstrate positive rapport with staff members, developing positive employee relations.

 

• Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.

 

• Take direction and initiate actions that will allow the assumption of cross-functional duties to ensure seamless patient care.

 

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

 

• Follow CNRS policies and procedures, including safety processes. Job Requirements

 

• Must be licensed as a Registered Physical Therapist in the state of Nebraska.

 

• Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of the job. Physical Demands/Working Conditions

 

• Physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, and lifting.

 

• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. The intent of this description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and performance expectations for the position. This description is subject to modification as necessary and is not a contract of employment terms