Physical Therapist, PT

The Center for Living & Rehabilitation - Bennington, VT

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Bennington, VT

About the position

The Physical Therapist (PT) at the Center for Living & Rehab plays a crucial role in the rehabilitation department, focusing on enhancing the physical well-being and functional recovery of residents in a skilled nursing facility. This position offers various employment types including full-time, part-time, and per diem, and emphasizes a supportive and community-driven work environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical assessments to determine residents' physical impairments and functional limitations, focusing on mobility, balance, and gait.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessments, with clear goals for improving residents' mobility and reducing pain.
• Accurately and consistently collect Section GG data as required for Annual, Quarterly, Falls, and Significant Change assessments.
• Administer physical therapy interventions, including exercises, manual techniques, and modalities, to enhance residents' physical function.
• Educate residents, family members, and care staff on safe mobility techniques and exercises for continued progress.
• Conduct remote check-in through remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) with discharged patients to home or next level of care.
• Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation of resident evaluations, treatment plans, daily and progress notes, HMO/Manage care progress updates in EMRs (NetHealth/PCC).
• Collaborate with the rehab team, including Occupational Therapists and Speech-Language Pathologists, to ensure comprehensive care for residents.

Requirements

• Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) with relevant experience in a skilled nursing or rehabilitation setting.
• Strong assessment and evaluation skills to determine residents' needs.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Knowledge of Section GG data collection and documentation processes.
• Experience with Point of Service (POS) care delivery and electronic medical records (EMRs).
• Excellent communication skills for educating residents and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM).
• Familiarity with various physical therapy modalities and techniques.

Benefits

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Daily pay option available
• Generous paid time off (PTO) package
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Supplemental disability and life insurance options available
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k available