Physical Therapist - Richmond, United States - Forest Hill Health & Rehabilitation

Description

• Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to APTA standards of practice as well as state standards.
• Develop Plan of Treatment for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations including short- and long-term goals, collaboration demands of other staff members, and required patient and caregiver involvement.
• Implement Plan of Treatment on a consistent schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to patient progress.
• Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.
• Evaluate mobility, strength, and current level of patient function, while setting goals to improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and realistically attainable.
• Report patient progress to patient, patient caregivers and loved ones, facility staff and healthcare professionals involved in ongoing treatment/care of patients.
• Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Treatment with appropriate in-home care services.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, etc.
• Assist other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly, and effective environment for rehabilitation and physical therapy.
• Perform daily documentation and billing

• Proven working experience as a Physical Therapist
• Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of Physical Therapy
• Hands-on experience with computer programs
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
• Professional behavior
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Valid license to practice Physical Therapy

• Rare in-house opportunity
• Practice in an environment built on integrity and progressive, ethical care
• Clinical expertise, training and mentoring available
• Comprehensive benefit package
• Electronic documentation system
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team of therapists and nursing staff