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in Autryville, NC
Physical Therapist (PT) - Full Time Permanent
•30 days ago
Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
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Location | Autryville, NC Autryville, North Carolina |
About this job
Full Time Permanent PT position in a Home health setting at Samson, NC
Responsibilities:
- Make initial evaluation visits to patients and develop and implement an appropriate plan of care.
- Use various tests to determine patient’s individualized needs including mobility, ambulation, stability, balance, and strength and endurance.
- Perform manual and functional therapy exercises and activities with the patient.
- Complete safety assessments of the patient’s residence, providing recommendations to multidisciplinary staff, family and caregivers.
- Instruct and educate families and caregivers in the use of therapy, prosthetic, and orthotic devices.
- Revise patient’s plan of care as necessary, and document clinical and progress notes the day of service.
Qualifications/Skill sets:
- Graduate of a CAPTE accredited physical therapy education program.
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a PT in this state.
- Current CPR Certification.
- Minimum 1 year recent work experience as a PT.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance.
- Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers.
- Ability to meet productivity expectations, organize tasks and manage time effectively.
- Work independently without supervision, and use good judgment in difficult situations.
- Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.