$46 / hour

　　The Physical Therapist is responsible for performing studentevaluations, as well as providing and documenting therapy services inaccordance with plan of care developed for each student and per physician’sorders when applicable.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Performs student reassessments and regularly reevaluatesstudent for rehabilitation needs, and works in collaboration with the physicianand other members of the healthcare team to modify the plan of care asappropriate

　　Participates in developing the plan of care in collaborationwith the physician and other members of the health care team

　　When applicable, completes initial comprehensive assessmentof student and family to determine physical needs; provides a complete physicalassessment and history of current and previous illnesses

　　Assesses and evaluates and/or assists the physician inassessing and evaluating therapeutic, rehabilitative, function status (asapplicable)

　　Assesses muscle strength, mobility, gait, and Range ofMotion (ROM)

　　On incisions resulting from orthopedic surgery, removesstaples or sutures and manages incision line

　　Provides physical therapy treatment and establishes physicaltherapy plan of care

　　Instructs student, families, and/or caregivers in the use ofand care of therapeutic appliances

　　Determines priority needs for physical therapy

　　Reports student’s reaction(s) to treatment or changes incondition to physician and/or Building Nurse and Maxim Clinical designee

　　Initiates physical therapy program and instructs, consults,and/or advises other personnel and/or family/caregiver regarding certain phasesof physical therapy with which they may work with the patient, and explains thegoals of the physical therapy program by participating in case conferences

　　Trains student in use of prosthetic device(s) and use ofother assistive devices (e.g., walker); ensures equipment used in the course ofstudent treatment is in good working order

　　Uses appropriate equipment to meet student goals, cleans andmaintains equipment according to manufactures guidelines

　　Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries basedon the attainment and progress of goals, and responses to treatment or changesin condition

　　Participates in peer consultation process

　　Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to thecompany’s policies/procedures and State regulations

　　Participates in quarterly medical record reviews asapplicable

　　Participates in care coordination with the company and otherpersonnel caring for the student to ensure that their efforts effectivelycomplement each other and support the objectives outlined in the plan ofcare

　　Provides/submits accurate and timely documentation inaccordance with the plan of care and company policy and procedures

　　Complies with applicable local, state, and federal laws andregulations regarding professional standards and practice standards

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state ofpractice

　　Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy

　　One (1) year of prior professional Physical Therapyexperience preferred

　　Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

　　Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency programwhen applicable

　　Current CPR if applicable

　　TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

　　Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

　　Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

　　Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

　　Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

　　Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

　　Computer proficiency required

　　Must be at least 18 years of age

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

　　About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.