What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Living Lead Physical Therapist position at LHC Group?
Summary
The Senior Living Lead Physical Therapist is responsible for the day-to-day clinical care of patients on Senior Living, HH, and Outpatient
Services. Process orders and attend clinical meetings within the facility. Responsible for operationalizing all
components of the SL plan in their facility/facilities. Reports to SLD for all operational, growth, quality and
compliance matters in their facility/facilities.
Responsibilities
- Documents all Outpatient and HH visit types per company standards.
- Timely initiation of care for Outpatient and HH SOC.
- Schedules patient at appropriate time for therapy.
- Identifies patient and family education needs.
- Collaborates with the team to establish interdisciplinary team goals.
- Utilizes equipment in a proper and safe manner, reports broken or faulty equipment.
- Follows medical regimen developed for the patient. Is aware of and adheres to precautions (THR, TKR,
Cardiac, Wound, etc.). - Utilizes the following safe treatment techniques: transfers, positioning, feeding, splinting, paraffin bath,
cryotherapy, etc. - Utilizes treatment approaches according to established PT protocols and policies.
- Utilizes alternatives or other innovative approaches as needed.
- Processes and secures physician orders.
- Aware of financial situation and plans care appropriately; ensures that patient is aware of home/work place
accessibility; ensures patient awareness of needed equipment, and makes plans to secure it; designs a home
exercise program to address all pre-existing problems; makes all appropriate referrals at D/C. - Serves as a member of the Performance Improvement team
- Actively participates in Department Team meetings.
- Conducts in services for other staff members as needed or identified.
- Participates in weekend and holiday rotation as needed
- Participates in student supervision as indicated.
- Assists in the interview process for new therapy department employees as needed.
- Ensures all therapists perform treatments and documentation that meet all company standards.
- Attends Team Conference weekly and functions as an active participant of the ID team.
- Proficient in Wound care as allowed by state practice acts.
Education and Experience
- Must be a currently licensed Physical Therapist.
- Recent graduates who have applied for the registration exam may be considered for provisional appointment.
- CPR certification
- Current Physical Therapy License in state of practice
- Membership or certification in national association (as applicable)
- Must be willing to accept management duties as assigned
Company Overview LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
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Senior Living Facilities a part of LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.