What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist- PRN position at Westminster Woods on Julington Creek?
Westminster Woods on Julington Creek, a Life Care Retirement Community, has an immediate opening for a PRN- Physical Therapist. This position provides patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment and consultation to a general rehab caseload. Participate in the clinical team process. Provide teaching and training to care giver staff. This individual will be involved with the clinical program development and supervises other licensed therapists, assistants, technicians, aides and students as required.
EOE, DFWP – “We honor those who have served.”
We Offer:
- Flexible scheduling
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Resident Christmas Fund for Team Members
- Free Flu Shots
- Discounted meals
- Training & Career growth
The Physical Therapist will comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities, including:
1. Evaluate and treat physical conditions in order to restore functions and improve mobility as indicated and ordered by MD. Design and carry out Care Plan.
2. Conduct assessment and screens to determine the need for therapy. Provide treatment modalities including electrical stimulation, hot/cold packs and therapeutic massage.
3. Maintain timely and accurate documentation, including updating information in the system.
4. Perform Resident Home Assessments as part of the discharge process.
5. Perform Resident’s screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy.
The above job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the assignments and responsibilities assigned to any employees; nor are such assignments restricted to those precisely listed in this description. This job description may change from time to time as the needs of the organization change.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Must be currently licensed in the State of Florida as a Physical Therapist.
Experience and Basic Knowledge:
One year of long term care desirable. Med-surg, Home Health experience helpful. Also, working with the handicapped or developmentally disabled, or older adults preferred.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
The physical activities of this position involve: Fingering, Lifting up to 40 lbs., Standing, Grasping, pushing, Stooping, Kneeling, Reaching,
Sensory and communicative activities with or without prosthetics of this position are: Feeling, Smelling, Hearing, Speaking, Seeing, Tasting
An individual in this position will be exposed to: Inside environmental conditions, Blood borne pathogens, Physical hazards using equipment, Respiratory hazards
Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress of this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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