OverviewHealthPro Heritage has a great Full-time Physical Therapist opportunity at our beautiful long term care +behavioral health facility in Peoria, AZ.
- Compensation Range: $48-$54 per hour DOE
- Schedule: 5 days- 8 hours OR 4- 10 hour days
This campus is primarily a long-term care community serving residents with cognitive and behavioral health diagnoses. The therapy caseload is largely Medicare Part B and focuses on maintaining function, maximizing independence, fall prevention, dementia care, and improving quality of life. If you enjoy building long-term relationships with residents and working in dementia and behavioral health, it's an excellent clinical environment.
Responsibilities
- Patient Assessment: Evaluate patients' physical conditions, including mobility, strength, and flexibility.
- Treatment and Education: Provide therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and other treatments to enhance functionality and alleviate pain. Educate patients and families on exercises, posture, and body mechanics to aid recovery, prevent injuries, and offer guidance on home routines and lifestyle changes.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Collaboration: Work with healthcare providers to ensure effective patient care and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as needed.
Qualifications
- Education: Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist, or license eligible
- Skills: Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Proficient in developing and implementing effective treatment plans. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and assist patients as needed. Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to therapy.
