Physical Therapist (PT)

Hammond-Whiting Care Center•Whiting, IN

14d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides direct rehabilitation care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role follows and adapts treatment plans, establishes functional goals, documents care, and works with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary team. New graduates are welcome to apply. The posting offers a $7,500 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program with a BSPT, MSPT, or DPT; graduates from 2003 or later must have an MSPT or DPT.
Currently registered or licensed in the applicable state and maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Demonstrate good body mechanics.
Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.
Able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Provide direct physical therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral.
Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients.
Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals.
Oversee and evaluate care given by PTAs, Rehab Aides, and PT and PTA students.
Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters and projects as appropriate.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform proficiently in competency areas, including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information and follow company policies and compliance procedures.
Complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Concentrate, use reasoning skills and good judgment, and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.