Physical Therapist

Company: NurseCore
Location: Austin
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Overview Physical Therapist - Facility StaffingHoliday PRN ShiftsAustin, TX and Surrounding AreasNurseCore is an industry leader in medical staffing and home health care. We are currently looking for Physical Therapists with a minimum of one year--experience; to provide--assessments, evaluations, and therapy--for clients in Austin, Texas and surrounding areas.--Qualified care providers--must possess critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.--As the national leader in healthcare services, we will find you the perfect career opportunity so you can concentrate on what you do best-helping people get better.Looking to earn some extra money this holiday season? Apply with NurseCore where you can make your own schedule while doing so! Benefits Include:--- Top Pay & Flexible Schedules--- Friendly, Accessible Office Staff--- Weekly or Daily PayNurseCore is committed to protecting the health and well-being of our employees, patients, and clients. We have protocols in place to limit the spread of COVID-19 and other communicable diseases. NurseCore offers a virtual application and orientation process, and we provide all staff with PPE and other protective equipment to maintain a safe work environment. Apply today to be rewarded with the great opportunities NurseCore has to offer! Responsibilities * Physical therapy treatment will be prescribed by an authorized practitioner in accordance with facility's policies and procedures.* Responds to requests for service in a timely manner.* Coordinates care with patients, patients' authorized practitioner and appropriate members of the facility.* Per facility's policies, develops and updates the Plan of Care including treatments and goals.* Identifies and secures necessary support personnel, supplies and equipment to carry out the physical therapy prescribed.* Performs visits as directed by the plan of care within his/her scope of training and experience.* Instructs patient, family and health care personnel and supervises aides and therapy assistants performing physical therapy activities with clients.* Safeguards facility and client's equipment and supplies.* Assists the physician in evaluating level of function and development and revision of the Plan of Care.* Documents patient's care accurately and timely on the appropriate forms per facility policy.* Submits documentation, including assessments, clinical and progress notes, summary and discharge notes, and supervisory notes in accordance with facility policies.* Updates knowledge and skills by attending in-services, case conferences and continuing education programs.* Respects patient's rights and maintains confidentiality.* The following tasks are also considered essential function of the position:* Lifting unspecified weights, depending on assignment requirements.* Bending and stooping to prepare equipment and materials for treating patients or managing the patient's environment.* Transferring, turning and positioning patients and assisting patients in walking and moving from place to place.Qualifications * Graduate of a physical therapy program approved by the Educational Section of the American Physical Therapy Association.* Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist in Texas.* A minimum of one year's experience as a Licensed Physical Therapist in a supervised setting within the past three (3) years.EOE/Drug Free Employer#CB1

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