Physical Therapist - PRN

Founded in 1966, Friendship offers diverse senior living accommodations, award-winning care, new and innovative services, as well as specialized rehab and therapy, to over 1,500 residents and patients each day. With four campuses, the earliest dating back to 1919, Friendship has grown to offer the full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, home care, outpatient therapy, inpatient rehab, long-term care and Alzheimer’s and memory care. As a non-profit, Friendship provides a caring community to serve a wide-range of residents including those with limited financial means. Visit friendship.us for more information.

Friendship is looking for a PRN Physical Therapist to join our Friendship Richfield Health Center team in Salem, VA, who wants to make a difference in the lives of others. The Physical Therapist is responsible for creating therapy plans that improve and encourage resident recovery and wellness and will create individual treatment plans to meet the needs of each resident. 

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Complete screenings and patient evaluations according to departmental policies and procedures
• Establish, implement and execute goal-oriented treatment plans and programs in coordination with other departments
• Adhere to departmental, organization and regulatory agency policies and procedures
• Evaluate treatment plan progressions to identify any deficiencies and make adjustments as may be necessary
• Participate in program development, quality assurance and improvement efforts
• Identify areas of opportunity to improve quality of care for residents and/or improve departmental operations

Essential Functions:

• Work with other departments to provide the best care for each resident by identifying opportunities to cross-treat
• Comply with all local, state, federal, and facility policies and procedures
• Report any changes to resident behavior, health or attitude
• Develop, implement and maintain treatment plans and programs

Qualifications:

• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching all day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
• Must be knowledgeable of medical terminology and therapy equipment
• Be able to follow written and oral instructions

Friendship values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military.