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.

Salary Description
Starting at $45/hr - depends on experience