Physical Therapist

Position Summary:

A physical therapist provide services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of residents/patients suffering from injuries or disease. Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each state’s specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents.

Qualifications Education:? Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate Degree from a college or university with an accredited Physical Therapy program. Licenses/Certification:? Current Physical Therapist license in the state employed.? Current CPR certification. Experience:?

Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred. Essential Functions? Establishes and administers a treatment plan with specific therapy goals determined according to the patient's capacity and tolerance under the direction of the physician.?

Assesses patient needs; plans for, evaluates and modifies care to meet goals of physical therapy interventions.? Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each patient.? Sets realistic and achievable goals for patients/residents. POSITION DESCRIPTION CREATING A FORCE FOR GOOD Page 2 of 5?

Documents and records the patients’/residents’ condition and progress per state and federal regulations.? Educates patients and families in an appropriate therapy method.? Optimizes the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing and/or overseeing the screening of all residents.?

Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, and other involved professionals.? Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts. Other Functions? Adhere to Minimum Data Set (MDS) procedures and effective care planning.?

Provides consultation and clinical supervision to PTA’s working in the facility.? Other duties as assigned. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities? Ability to maintain confidentiality.? Knowledge of HIPAA.? General knowledge and understanding of managed care.?

Knowledge of state and federal rules relating to therapy delivery and documentation in skilled nursing facilities. Core Values & Behaviors that Improve Lives? Demonstrates a culture of service and a commitment to doing “good” by improving lives.?

Regularly exhibits behaviors that support the values of the company – Family, Ownership, Responsibility, Celebration, and Experience.? Work ethic reflects a passion for exceeding patient/resident expectations.? Solicits patient/resident feedback to understand their needs and the needs of the community.

Advocates for raising the bar of patient/resident care within the facility and influences others to take actions that increase the quality of person-centered care.? Displays responsibility by taking ownership of quality care.

Shows dedication to enriching the lives of our patients/residents through empathy and compassion.? Exhibits a commitment to results by looking for and recommending/implementing process for performance improvements.?

Demonstrates commitment to interpersonal excellence through professional greetings, proper telephone and email/social media etiquette, common courtesy, a professional attitude and appearance.? Enriches the facility culture by participating in company hosted and endorsed celebrations and events.?

Recognizes the benefits of team collaboration. Shows respect for fellow employees by working together to get the job done.? Effectively addresses patient/resident and family member concerns and resolves conflict in a manner that is consistent with our culture.?

Complies with company policies, as well as governing state and federal laws and regulations. Seeks clarification of leaders when there are questions of policy or governing law.? Protects patient/resident privacy and dignity.?

Maintains positivity while interacting with co-workers, patients/residents and guests at the facility