Physical Therapist – Decatur Wellness & Rehabilitation Center – Knoxville, TN


Decatur Wellness and Rehabilitation Center
is seeking a PT/PRN Physical Therapist to join our In House Rehab Team.

The ideal therapist will work diligently to restore function while preventing further decline in patients ability to perform day to day meaningful tasks.

This person must demonstrate strong observation skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, and possess the ability to work closely with others in a manner essential to delivering the highest level of care to all patients.

Decatur is a 64 bed facility with short-term rehab and long term care.

Decatur Wellness and Rehab is now managed by Ahava Healthcare, where we believe in treating the patient physically, emotionally, and socially while upholding the highest standards of care.


Requirements:

  • Flexible with working weekends if needed and/or weekend rotations
  • Physical Therapist Licensure in the state of TN
  • CPR certified


Essential Functions :

  • Screen, evaluate and Treat patients on Medicare, Medicaid, Commercial insurance, etc following acceptable practice standards.
  • Supervise PTA’s according to TN practice standards
  • Record daily treatment charges according to approved billing guidelines.
  • Document daily notes and progress notes according to documentation guidelines.
  • Participate in patient/resident care conferences, interdisciplinary team meetings and other meetings as required and directed.
  • Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient/resident progress, problems and plan.
  • Participate in in-service training programs for other staff in the facility
  • Instruct families in caregiver training appropriate for the patient/resident to return home.
  • Coordinates with members of other departments and staff in Rehab Department
  • Perform other duties as requested

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