PHYSICAL THERAPIST-AZ

Position Summary: • Provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities for residents or patients with injuries or disease. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Establish and administer treatment plans with specific therapy goals under physician direction. • Assess patient needs; plan, evaluate, and modify care to meet physical therapy goals. • Collaborate with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals. • Set realistic and achievable goals for patients/residents. • Document patient/resident condition and progress per state and federal regulations. • Educate patients and families on appropriate therapy methods. • Optimize patient functionality and skills by directing and/or overseeing screening of all residents. • Communicate patient status and needs to patient, family, and involved professionals. • Ensure punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts. Other Functions: • Adhere to Minimum Data Set (MDS) procedures and effective care planning. • Provide consultation and clinical supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs). • Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Maintain confidentiality. • Knowledge of HIPAA. • General understanding of managed care. • Knowledge of state and federal therapy delivery and documentation rules in skilled nursing facilities. Education & Experience: • Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program. • Current Physical Therapist license in the state of employment. • Current CPR certification. • Six months experience in long-term care preferred. #SolvoHRGlobal #LI-PROMOTED #LI-Onsite