Physical Therapist - Alderwood Park Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia

Description

Alderwood Park Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia is looking for a Physical Therapist to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals to be a FORCE for Good in Bellingham, Washington!

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.

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.
• •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.

Available Benefits Include:

• •Paid vacation, sick, and holidays (after 90-day Introductory Period)
• •Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• •Flexible Spending Account
• •Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• •Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• •401(k)
• •Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Requirements

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.

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.