Position: Physical Therapist
Salary Range: $40 - $52 per hour
Work Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday (No weekend rotation)
Location: 115 Skilled Nursing Facility
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate patients' physical condition and develop a treatment plan based on their individual needs
- Administer and monitor therapeutic exercises and activities to improve patients' strength, mobility, and range of motion
- Utilize various techniques such as massage, heat/cold therapy, and electrical stimulation to relieve pain and promote healing
- Educate patients and their families on proper techniques for performing exercises and activities at home
- Monitor and document patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors and occupational therapists, to ensure comprehensive care for patients
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- Current state license to practice as a Physical Therapist
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility or related setting preferred
- Strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology, as well as various treatment techniques and modalities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Compassionate and patient-focused approach to care