Physical Therapist PRN
Location: Tucson Arizona
Description: Genesis Rehabilitation Services is at the momment seeking for Physical Therapist PRN right now, this job will be placed in Arizona. More details about this job opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Area of Interest : Rehabilitation Services - PT
Position Type : Part Time - Permanent
Relocation Approved :
Recruiter : Clayton, Derek
Job Descripti! on : Genesis Rehabilitation Services is looking for a Part Time or PRN Physical Therapist. At Genesis Rehabilitation Services, you can really care for your patients â€" and your thoughts, opinions and expertise will always be respected. Our benefits package is outstanding. And our regular shifts help you balance your career and your personal life. Genesis HealthCare operates more than 200 skilled nursing centers in 13 states, and Genesis Rehab Services offers rehabilitation services to more than 1,100 health care facilities in 37 states. And right now, we have opportunities near you. So apply today. For a remarkable PT, it’s a remarkable opportunity. POSITION SUMMARY: The Physical Therapist assesses the need for, develops, and delivers physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation. S/he identifies the need for and makes referral(s) to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of patients. S/he implements individualized therapy programs designed to ! restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. The Physical Ther! apist also instructs, educates, and trains patients and caregivers in those skills and functions essential for promoting independence and productivity, in order to diminish or correct pathology. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Screens, examines and evaluates patients, including history, systems review, and application of appropriate tests and measures, synthesis information and interprets examination findings in order to establish a diagnosis, identify impairments, determine the predicted level of improvement and the time required to achieve it, identify precautions/contraindications and design and plan of care. Develops appropriate treatment goals and methods in collaboration with the patient and caregivers, implements the physical therapy treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services. Services such as therapeutic exercise including aerobic capacity conditioning, balance coordination, agility training, body mechanics and postural s! tabilization, flexibility exercises, gait and locomotion training, neuromotor development training, relaxation, strength, power, and endurance training; functional training; manual therapy; airway clearance techniques; integumentary repair and protection; use of electrotherapeutic, physical agent and mechanical modalities. 2. Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards. 3. Designs, fits and/or applies adaptive devices, and trains patients in the use of adaptive devices including orthotics and prosthetics. 4. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other related meetings. 5. Puts Patient Service first: ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights. 6. Instructs patient in the skills and techniques required for ! participation in mobility activities, and evaluates patient progress, a! ttitudes and behavior as related to rehabilitative potential. PTH1
Qualifications : QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Hold a valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility. 2. A Master's degree in Physical Therapy or a related field. a. For individuals who completed appropriate Physical Therapy education prior to January 1, 2002, with a valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice or proof of license eligibility, a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy (or related field), plus five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Physical Therapy will be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree. b. A foreign-degree equivalent to the first professional degree, consistent with state licensing rules, will be accepted in lieu of Master’s degree. As one of the nation’s largest long-term care and rehabilitation providers, we offer a generous and wide-ranging compensation and benefits package from day one, incl! uding: • Medical/dental/vision insurances • Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability • Voluntary insurance programs • 401(k) Program • Continuing Education Programs • Leadership Training Program • Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts • Extensive paid leave • Service awards • Generous Elder Care benefit for family members Interested in travel assignments? Call to learn more about the Genesis Rehab Services internal traveler program, The Passport Program!
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This job starts available on: Sun, 06 Oct 2013 17:18:06 GMT