Physical Therapist – Day Shift

FutureCare Annapolis is situated in the suburban Annapolis area near a development called Heritage Harbor which is just a few minutes from downtown Annapolis, Maryland and has easy access to major travel arteries.  The center provides ample parking, attractive common areas, and an expansive rehabilitation gym and suite. FutureCare, voted by our employees as a Top Workplace for 14 years in a row, is an experienced and stable provider serving Maryland for over 40 years.  Our goal is to establish our new facility as a premier provider in Anne Arundel County.

Responsibilities

Review available resident information and evaluates the impact of this information on the assessment and treatment process
Conduct and document a thorough functional assessment of the resident, utilizing standardized procedures.  Assessment of home/vocational and equipment needs is included
Develop and implements an individualized treatment plan based on resident needs and containing achievable functional goals
Comply with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines as defined by facility policy, practice regulations and state/federal regulations
Complete re-evaluations according to practice regulations including review of physical therapy assistants treatment interventions, if appropriate
Instruct assistants and rehab techs in treatment procedures to be utilized and provides appropriate supervision while such staff are working with residents
Complete appropriate documentation in the resident’s medical record following each treatment session
Revise treatment plans, as needed, throughout the treatment process
Document the course of treatment in a clear, concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format
Orient residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs.  Inform residents of any potential risk during any procedures
Work with nursing staff, resident and families to maximize resident’s use of functional abilities
Instruct residents and family/other caregiver about exercise programs and therapeutic procedures to be continued by the resident following treatment
Assist in the referral process when a resident requires additional services following discharge.  Maintain current knowledge of community resources