What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - Per Diem position at Hearthstone?
Don't just take a JOB, start a CAREER with Hearthstone Communities and change lives forever. Caring is our calling and the team at Hearthstone Communities goes above and beyond this to ensure that the Hearthstone experience is award-winning for each and every one of our residents. We strive to provide Hope, Dignity, and Purposeful Living in all that we do.
Hearthstone Communities is in growth mode and currently looking for Physical Therapists to join our team!
A Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating, treating, documenting, and/or facilitating care for residents who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. You will find meaningful work in this role with the opportunity to collaborate and make a positive impact every day! Apply now!
Responsibilities:
- Provides appropriate treatment to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of function possible within the confines of his/her physical abilities.
- Recommends appropriate treatment, preventative measures, adaptive equipment, and/or durable medical equipment to prevent decline in residents’ function.
- Provides appropriate resident and caregiver in-service education to help residents maintain or attain the highest level of function possible within the confines of his/her physical abilities.2
- Complete documentation, including but not limited to progress notes, discharge summaries, screens, MDS assessments, and recommendations for resident care plans in a timely manner.
- Demonstrates knowledge of Physical Therapy procedures and equipment providing for safety and maximum resident benefit.
- Evaluate and document evaluations of referred residents in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy program.
- Current IL Physical Therapy license. Must maintain license.
- Ability to lift 60 pounds if necessary with the ability to sit, walk, bend, and twist. Ability to engage in repetitive motions for extended times required.
- Additional education or experience in long-term care therapy preferred.
If you have a passion for service, work life balance, and enjoy working with others, we want to speak with you! Apply now!
*A full written job description is available upon request
*Hearthstone employees must provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination or submit and receive approval for medical or religious exemption.