Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and directs the delivery of physical therapy services as well as its programs and activities, in accordance with current state and federal laws and regulations.
Coordinates the achievement and reporting of the facility’s key performance physical therapy indicators. Establishes an ongoing system to monitor these key indicators.
Develops and implements processes and systems to effectively lead, guide and direct the delivery of physical therapy services including but not limited to processes for the timely screening, evaluation, treatment, discharge and all associated documentation requirements for residents in the facility.
Provides resident information needed for the resident assessment instrument according to facility policy such as functional abilities and goals, functional status, range of motion, balance during transitions and walking, physical therapy minutes and distinct calendar days, etc. during the defined observation period(s).
Develops and maintains positive relationships with residents, employees, and family members through scheduled, deliberate positive interactions using face to face, phone, or other means of communication.
Ensures delivery of compassionate quality care and services across the physical therapy spectrum as evidenced by adequate, and competent physical therapy staff, general cleanliness of therapy gyms/office.
Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication. Promotes positivity and active daily problem solving.
