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Physical Therapist - Nursing Home jobs in Tennessee

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)

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Physical Therapist PRN Nursing Home
  • Watertown Regional Medical Center
  • Etowah, TN FULL_TIME
  • Starr Etowah - Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation
    Description

    Starr Regional Health and Rehab is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Physical Therapist for our Rehab Department. This job is permanent, PRN.

    Benefits Include:

    • Competitive Pay

    • Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees

    • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

    • 401(k) plan with company match

    • Paid Training

    • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

    Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following:

    • Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
    • Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.
    • Plans, prepares and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
    • Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
    • Directs and supervises physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel. Assesses competence, delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication.
    • Administers treatment involving application of physical agents, using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.
    • Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications.
    • Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation.
    • Determines, coordinates and supervises daily staffing assignments and levels.
    • Provides direction, orientation, training, coaching, and mentoring to staff. Performs or assists withperformance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
    • Assesses and ensures quality of services delivered and facilitates staff development programs. Ensures staff compliance with departmental and organizational policies, procedures, and protocols.
    • Performs staff responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.
    • Leads the handling and resolution of complex issues and complaints.

    Qualifications
    Minimum Education
    Bachelor's of Science degree Physical Therapy or higher : Preferred X Required
    Required Licenses
    [Tennessee, United States] Physical Therapist
    Current Physical Therapist license in State of Tennessee: Preferred X Required
    Required Skills/Certifications:
    The below certifications will be required at the time of hire:
    X Basic Life Support (BLS)

    Job Physical Therapy
    Primary Location Tennessee-Etowah
    Schedule Per Diem/PRN
    Work Schedule PRN - rotate weekends, various shifts

     

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Travel Physical Therapist - $2,372 per week
  • Assured Nursing
  • Somerville, TN FULL_TIME
  • Assured Nursing is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Somerville, Tennessee.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Physical TherapistDiscipline: TherapyStart Date: 02/19/2024Dur...
  • 2 Months Ago
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Travel Physical Therapist - $2,152 per week
  • Assured Nursing
  • Winchester, TN FULL_TIME
  • Assured Nursing is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Winchester, Tennessee.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Physical TherapistDiscipline: TherapyStart Date: 03/18/2024Dur...
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PRN Home Health Physical Therapist
  • Advanced Home Health of Nashville
  • Cheatham County, TN OTHER
  • Job description Advanced Home Health of Nashville is looking to add a PRN Physical Therapist to our Home Health team to cover Cheatham County and Robertson County. Plans and provides physical therapy ...
  • 11 Days Ago
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PRN Home Health Physical Therapist
  • Advanced Home Health of Nashville
  • Sumner, TN OTHER
  • Job description Advanced Home Health of Nashville is looking to add a PRN Physical Therapist to our Home Health team to cover Sumner County and Wilson County. Plans and provides physical therapy servi...
  • 11 Days Ago
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Home Health Physical Therapist (PT)
  • All Heart Home Care
  • Hartsville, TN OTHER
  • All Heart Home Care in a Nutshell: All Heart Home Care is a health care company with diverse opportunities. At the core, we are a family of caregivers devoted to improving the quality of life for our ...
  • 15 Days Ago
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  • Wade, NC
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  • Autryville, NC
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  • Hope Mills, NC
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  • Godwin, NC
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  • Stedman, NC
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  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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  • Falcon, NC
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  • Fayetteville, NC
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About Tennessee

Tennessee borders eight other states: Kentucky and Virginia to the north; North Carolina to the east; Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi on the south; Arkansas and Missouri on the Mississippi River to the west. Tennessee is tied with Missouri as the state bordering the most other states. The state is trisected by the Tennessee River. The highest point in the state is Clingmans Dome at 6,643 feet (2,025 m). Clingmans Dome, which lies on Tennessee's eastern border, is the highest point on the Appalachian Trail, and is the third highest peak in the United States east of the Mississippi River. The ...
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What does a Physical Therapist - Nursing Home do?

Physical Therapist - Nursing Home in Alexander City, AL
Graduate of a physical therapy assistant curriculum accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
November 10, 2020
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
October 02, 2020
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
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