Physical Therapist- PT- Part Time-ADAMSVILLE - Ahava Therapy Services

•  Review available resident information and evaluate the impact of this information on the assessment and treatment process.
• Conduct and document a thorough functional resident assessment utilizing standardized procedures. 
• Develop and implement an individualized treatment plan based on resident needs and containing achievable functional goals.
• Comply with evaluation, treatment, and documentation guidelines and consistently maintain timely and accurate department records.
• Instruct Assistants in treatment procedures to be utilized and provide close supervision while such staff members are working with residents.
• Enter a treatment and progress notes in the resident record following each treatment session.
• Revise treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process. 
• Document the course of treatment in a clear, concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format.
• Orient residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs.
• Work with nursing staff, residents, and families to maximize residents' use of functional abilities.
• Instruct residents and family/another caregiver about exercise programs and therapeutic procedures to be continued by the resident at home following treatment.
• Assist in the referral process when a resident requires additional services following discharge. Maintain current knowledge of community resources.
• Attend and participate in, or provide information for rehabilitation team conferences regarding resident progress, problems, or needs.
• Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings as required.
• Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities to maintain clinical competency.
• Participate in the quality improvement process.
• Act in compliance with Ahava Therapy Services' regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.
• Adhere to facility policies and procedures and participate in facility quality improvement and safety programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned and required to provide quality care to residents.
• Understand reimbursement by various payers and allocates therapy resources efficiently by resident goals and outcomes related to discharge destination.
• Knowledge of OBRA regulations, HIPAA, Local Coverage Determination, and third-party reimbursement guidelines.
• Support the company's mission and vision and projects a professional image.
• Independently perform duties and recognizes situations where direct supervision is needed; willingly helping others.
• Maintain the expected productivity level that has been discussed and is expected for your position at your particular facility/facilities. 

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