Physical Therapist - Nursing Home evaluates and treats patients suffering from a physical disability due to injury, disease, or surgery in a nursing home environment. Establishes treatment plans and treats patients using a variety of methods, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment to ease patients' pain and help them increase their mobility. Being a Physical Therapist - Nursing Home works cooperatively with physicians, case managers, and adjustors. Monitors, documents, and reports patients' progress. Additionally, Physical Therapist - Nursing Home may supervise physical therapy assistants, aides, and athletic trainers. Requires an advanced degree of Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT). Typically reports to a manager. Requires a state license to practice physical therapy. Physical Therapist - Nursing Home's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job description
Advanced Home Health of Nashville is looking to add a Physical Therapist to our Home Health team. Plans and provides physical therapy services to clients in their homes in accordance with the plan of care and Agency policies and procedures. The Physical Therapist performs functions that require substantially specialized knowledge, judgment and skill.
Qualifications
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TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Requires a full range of body motion including the handling and lifting of patients. Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination required. Occasionally will lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds or greater. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. May require working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Involves exposure to communicable diseases. Requires a current driver’s license and the ability to drive and access a patient’s home without assistive device.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
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Work Location: On the road