PRN Physical Therapist
Do you have a passionate desire to enhance
and enrich the lives of the elderly?
Then THIS is the job for you!
Carolina SeniorCare, a PACE (Providing All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program in Lexington, NC is searching for a compassionate team-player to provide physical therapy for our frail elderly participants. Responsibilities include providing clinical physical therapy evaluation and treatment for program participants on acute, restorative, or maintenance levels, as needed by Day Center, Nursing Home, or In-Home setting. Integrates the physical therapy treatment plan into Interdisciplinary Team Plan of Care. Assists in the ordering, inventory, distribution, and maintenance of durable medical equipment for participants.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL BE A GRADUATE OF A PHYSICAL THERAPY CURRICULUM APPROVED BY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
The American Physical Therapy Association
The Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association
The Council on Medical Education of the American Physical Therapy Association
Other equivalent organizations approved by the Secretary.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
One year experience working with the frail elderly population
Working knowledge of the practice boundaries for Physical Therapist and Physical Therapy Assistant
Understanding of physical, psychosocial, and behavioral needs of the elderly population
Basic computer skills
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Current North Carolina Physical Therapist license
Current CPR/1st Aid certification
Medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations
Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and means of transportation
Must be able to meet Carolina SeniorCare’s auto insurance carrier’s standards for coverage
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $40.00 per hour
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
Experience:
- working with a frail and elderly population: 1 year (Required)
- Physical therapy: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Physical Therapy License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person