Physical Therapist

Job description

Per Diem Physical Therapist

Join our dynamic care team at Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center as a per diem Physical Therapist! Up to $55 an hour with weekly pay.

As a Physical Therapist, you will provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment, and consultation to a general rehab caseload while participating in the clinical team process. You will also provide teaching and training to caregiver staff and supervise other therapists, assistants, aides, and students as required.

Requirements:

Bachelor of Science Degree, Master of Science or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Appropriate licensing requirements by individual states must be maintained

Responsibilities:

Screens patients/residents

Evaluates patients/residents and develops appropriate care plans

Provides direct resident treatment in accordance with an established plan of care

Contributes to the team meeting and decision-making process

Consults with and trains patients, residents, and caregivers

Monitors efficiencies on an ongoing basis in collaboration with supervisor

Documents activities according to the company's clinical documentation system on a timely basis

Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations

Communicates effectively with patients, residents, team members, customers, and supervisor

Provides appropriate consultation to the facility

Participates in clinical program development and implementation

Participates in the training and orientation of other staff, students, and volunteers

Participates in census building and marketing activities

Participates in quality improvement activities

Responsible for service and operational excellence of all assigned activities

Complies with facility Privacy Practices policies and procedures

Exhibits courtesy, compassion, and respect to patients, residents, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators, and co-workers

Specific Requirements:

Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong organizational and analytical skills

Ability to perform documentation needs, manipulations of equipment, and direct patient care

Requires intense attention and concentration

Ability to cope with periodic stress associated with changing census and staffing demands

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively for self and others

Ability to deal with a wide range of personality types, ages, and diverse cultural backgrounds

Ability to articulate and comprehend the English language

Standing and walking for significant amounts of time is necessary

What we offer:

Competitive and Weekly Pay

Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

Career Advancement Opportunities

Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Vacation and Personal Time

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our facility follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).

Worksite address

plymouth, MA, 02360, US

Who can apply

Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.