What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Pawtucket Health?
Posted Salary Range
USD $50.00 - USD $56.00 /Hr.Overview
Physical Therapist
Pawtucket Falls is seeking a licensed and motivated PRN Physical Therapist to join our long-term care/nursing home team. The PT will provide rehabilitative services to residents, helping them maintain or improve mobility, strength, balance, and overall function. The role includes assessments, individualized treatment planning, hands-on therapy, documentation, and team collaboration — all aimed at enhancing residents’ quality of life and independence.
Qualifications
Doctorate (DPT) or Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution — licensed to practice in Rhode Island.
Previous experience working in geriatrics, skilled nursing, long-term care, or rehabilitation settings preferred (though new grads may be considered depending on facility needs).
Strong knowledge of therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, mobility training, and assistive devices.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills — ability to work with elderly residents, families, nursing staff, and other therapists.
Ability to document care accurately and meet regulatory/payer documentation requirements.
Compassion, patience, and a commitment to improving resident quality of life and independence.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive physical assessments of residents’ mobility, strength, gait, balance, and functional abilities.
Develop individualized care/treatment plans and set realistic short- and long-term goals for rehabilitation.
Provide physical therapy interventions: manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, mobility assistance, use of assistive devices (walkers, braces, wheelchairs), and other modalities as appropriate.
Supervise and collaborate with Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) when applicable.
Educate residents, family members, and nursing staff on safe mobility, transfers, exercise programs, fall prevention, and the use of assistive devices.
Document treatments, progress notes, evaluations, and discharge summaries in compliance with regulatory, facility, and payer requirements.
Work as part of an interdisciplinary care team (nursing, occupational therapy, nursing aids, social services) to ensure coordinated resident care.
Maintain therapy equipment, treatment areas, and ensure a safe, clean environment.
Salary : $50 - $56