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Physical Therapist - Long Term Care
Abilene, Texas
Coronado Healthcare Center

$1,267-2,440/week

Posted 12 hours ago

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Assess patients’ movement and functional abilities
Develop individualized treatment plans and patient-centered goals
Perform patient evaluations, including history, systems review, and tests/measures
Reassess patients and their response to treatment
Manage the discharge plan from the first visit through treatment
Supervise and delegate to ancillary staff and students as allowed by state law and department policy
Document accurately and within required timeframes
Communicate with patients, families, caregivers, and the care team
Provide patient and caregiver education
Participate in professional development and quality improvement
Maintain a safe care environment
Work within the state scope of practice

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Abilene is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.

Weather

Abilene experiences hot summers with average highs around 95°F and mild winters with average lows around 33°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in Abilene, providing convenience for travel nurses.

Transportation

Abilene is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Abilene has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities and healthcare opportunities.

Things to Do

Abilene offers a variety of activities including dining at Tex-Mex and Texas-style BBQ restaurants, exploring historical sites like Frontier Texas and Buffalo Gap Historic Village, visiting the Abilene Zoo, playing golf at outstanding courses, and enjoying the outdoors at places like Fort Phantom Hill.

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