Physical Therapist | Geriatric Specialization Exceptional Care | Strong, Close-Knit Team | Focused on Excellence Empower elderly patients and enhance their quality of life by leading comprehensive care. In this impactful opportunity, you will assess, diagnose, and manage complex health conditions while partnering with an interdisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, individualized treatment. Clinical Magnet , a division of ICON Medical Network, is looking for a compassionate, dedicated Physical Therapist to join our partner's full-time team in Richmond, Virginia. This opportunity is a unique position that involves working with the geriatric population within a

SNF/LTAC

setting. This is a

DIRECT HIRE

opportunity! Why Choose This Opportunity Supportive interdisciplinary clinical team Patient-centered care environment with meaningful outcomes Physical Therapist Responsibilities Screens and evaluates participants for rehabilitation needs of acute, restorative or maintenance levels and follows the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) code of ethics in daily practice. Collaborates with nursing home and assisted living staff regarding the rehabilitation needs of participants Refers participants to Occupational Therapy (OT) and Speech Therapy (ST) with team approval. Refers participants to medical clinic when condition warrants it and documents changes in the POC. Communicates with staff regarding participants' needs in areas of positioning, mobility, and safety both verbally and in writing when necessary. Communicates with family members and caregiver(s) in an organized and understandable fashion and ensures that recommendations are feasible for participants and their caregiver(s) to follow. Provides physical therapy treatment including modality treatment, therapeutic exercise, and functional mobility training. Provides written instructions and illustrations to participants and caregiver(s) as needed. Ensures that participant's and/or caregiver(s) understand the DME loan program and policies and that signatures are obtained on the loan agreement. Provides treatment to program participants by delegating therapy plans for specific participants to the Physical Therapist Assistant and Rehab Aide according to the complexity of the participants' needs and the nature of procedures according to the Colorado Physical Therapy Practice Act or other applicable state specific regulations Instructs participants and caregiver(s) in the use and maintenance of DME and methods used to enhance the mobility, safety, and functional independence of participants Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy Completion of a physical therapy program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Physical Therapy Association or other equivalent organization approved by CMS Active Physical Therapist license issued by state in which practicing. A minimum of one year experience working with the frail or elderly Compensation & Benefits $38.80-$50.48/hour Monday to Friday from 7:30 or 8 am until 4 or 4:30 pm Apply Today Join a strong, supportive interdisciplinary team where your clinical expertise is valued and your work helps patients obtain a quality of life.

Keywords:

Physical Therapist, PT, Rehabilitation, Geriatric, Modality, Exercise