Overview

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At HealthPRO Heritage we have a higher calling with regards to our patients, team members and clients. We create meaningful relationships and have opportunities for every stage of your career. We come from every setting, location and background but we all share the ”higher calling” passion in everything we do – personally and professionally. Are you one of us?

• Compassion that is in a love of people
• Ambition to make a difference in the lives of others
• Desire to be a part of something bigger than ourselves

$42-51 hr based on experience and qualifying interview

We are looking for a Full Time Licensed Physical Therapist/PT to join our team in Alexandria, VA where you can make a difference in the lives of our patients. 

Assisted Living Setting - Outpatient Geriatrics

M-F Schedule 

Full benefit package:

Health/dental/vision/life insurance beginning 1st of the month after hire, CEU360 (free CEUs)

401k, Paid time off, New grad mentorship, Competitive pay, Great leadership & support

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats residents, under orders from a physician, through the use of a variety of therapeutic procedures designed to restore loss of muscle strength, coordination and body alignment, to relieve pain and to improve movement and function. The Physical Therapist participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing support and information within the area of Physical Therapy.

1. Review available resident information and evaluate the impact of this information on the assessment and treatment process.

2. Conduct and document a thorough functional assessment of the resident, utilizing standardized procedures. Assessment of home/vocational and equipment needs.

3. Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on resident needs and containing achievable functional goals.

4. Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines and consistently maintain timely and accurate department records.

5. Instruct Assistants in treatment procedures to be utilized and provide close supervision while such staff members are working with residents.

6. Enter a progress note in the resident record following each treatment session.

7. Revise treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process. Physical Therapist

8. Document the course of treatment in a clear concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format.

9. Orient residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. Inform residents of any potential risk during any procedures.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by the supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor/Masters of Science degree in Physical Therapy.

2. Current license in the state of practice.

3. Prefer supervision, training and/or experience in a setting serving the same age/type of resident population served by this facility.

4. Certification, if applicable, and demonstrated competency in identified areas of specialization.

5. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

6. Demonstrated competency in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in physical therapy.

7. Ability to assess resident needs and develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care.

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