Part-Time Physical Therapist (PT)
Company: Aspen Ridge Home Health & Hospice
Location: Farmington
Posted on: February 14, 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. Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM,
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: Job Qualifications: Current state licensure or
eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist. Clinical
experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare
setting is preferred. Current CPR Card 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. AHCJobs
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