Physical Therapist (PT) PRN
Company: Advanced Health Care of Lakewood
Location: Denver
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: The Physical
Therapist will play a crucial role in providing high-quality
rehabilitation services to our residents, with a focus on restoring
mobility, improving strength and function, and enhancing overall
quality of life. Primary Responsibilities and Duties: Evaluate
Residents' physical abilities, functional status, and
rehabilitation needs through comprehensive assessments. Develop
personalized treatment plans based on assessment findings, resident
goals, and evidence-based practice guidelines. Implement
therapeutic interventions to address impairments, maximize
functional independence, and promote safe mobility. Provide
one-on-one physical therapy sessions to residents, utilizing a
variety of therapeutic techniques and modalities. Monitor resident
progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to optimize outcomes
and achieve rehabilitation goals. Collaborate with team members,
including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and
speech-language pathologists, to coordinate care and ensure
continuity of services. Educate residents and their families on
exercise programs, safety techniques, and home exercise regimens to
support ongoing rehabilitation and prevent re-injury. Document all
physical therapy services provided, including initial evaluations,
progress notes, and discharge summaries, in accordance with
facility policies and regulatory requirements. Participate in
resident care conferences, team meetings, and in-service training
sessions to share expertise, contribute to care planning, and stay
informed about best practices in rehabilitation. Contribute to a
positive and supportive work environment by demonstrating
professionalism, teamwork, and effective communication skills.
Perform all other duties assigned. Requirements: Current state
licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist. CPR
certification 6 Months minimum Clinical experience in a skilled
nursing facility or similar healthcare setting is preferred. Strong
clinical reasoning and decision-making skills, with proficiency in
evaluating and treating a diverse range of conditions and
diagnoses. Ability to build rapport with residents through a
compassionate and caring demeanor. Excellent interpersonal and
communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively
with residents, families, and team members. Commitment to providing
high-quality, resident-centered care with empathy and compassion.
Physical Requirements: Work performed in a medical setting due to
the need to work directly with residents. Ability to stand, walk,
and move around the facility for extended periods. Frequent
bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting of therapy equipment and
assisting residents. Manual dexterity and coordination for
performing therapeutic exercises, manipulating therapy tools, and
conducting assessments. Strength and endurance to assist residents
with mobility, transfers, and positioning as needed. Visual acuity
and auditory perception to observe and assess resident movements
and communicate effectively with residents and team members.
Stamina and physical resilience to handle the demands of providing
therapy services to multiple residents throughout the day.
Compliance with infection control protocols and safety precautions
to minimize the risk of injury or illness to oneself and others.
Flexibility to adapt to various environmental conditions and
accommodate the physical needs of residents with diverse mobility
levels and functionality abilities. Ability to operate therapy
equipment and assistive devices safely and effectively, following
proper training and protocols. Maintain regular attendance and
timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the
department supervisor/manager. Job requires accepting criticism and
dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations. The
ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support
part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without
"giving out" or fatiguing.
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