What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist PRN position at CADIA?
Cadia Healthcare is a leading provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation in your area. Compassion and appreciation are at the heart of who we are. We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team!
Cadia rewards it’s employees for their hard work and dedication to providing the best care possible, with a wide-range of benefits and perks to show we care.
BENEFITS AND PERKS WE OFFER:
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- 401k Retirement With Company Match
- Referral Bonuses and More!
Employee Perks Program
- Tickets At Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets!
- Free and Discounted Employee Meals
- In Facility Training/Inservice Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Will/Estate Preparation Services
- Optional Legal & Identity Protection Services
Position Description
The Physical Therapist will administer screenings and comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients, develop appropriate and skilled plans of care for restoration, adaptation, compensation or maintenance of impairments and disabilities, and promote the highest level of functional mobility, abilities & quality of life. Cadia is dedicated to providing the best care possible and that’s where you come in!
Duties and Responsibilities
- Administer screenings & comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients.
- Complete all essential documentation & forms accurately & efficiently, as required by law & facility regulations, related to the screening & evaluation of a patient, including, but not limited to, physician orders, evaluation, care plan, etc.
- Administer standardized tests/measures (BORG, Timed Get up & Go, 6 Minute Walk Test, Functional Reach Test, etc.) for each evaluation, and periodically (at least monthly & upon planned discharge) for regulatory and documentation compliance. Adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
- Test and measure patient’s pain, strength, range of motion, motor abilities, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory/circulatory efficiency & record findings to develop or revise treatment programs.
- Use evidence-based treatment techniques, exercises, and activities to strengthen muscles, reduce pain, improve range of motion, balance and coordination, transfers, gross motor skills & gait.
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Physical Therapist in this state.
- Must have current and up to date CPR certification.