Physical Therapist (PT)

Life Care Center of Port Townsend•Port Townsend, WA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides direct physical therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role is based in skilled nursing facilities serving long-term care residents and patients receiving short-term, sub-acute rehabilitation. Care is delivered through an interdisciplinary team and supports patients with diverse orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs. The therapist helps patients make functional progress and improve quality of life in a supportive, patient-centered environment. New graduates are welcome. Full-time and PRN schedules are listed, with flexible days and hours.

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 able to maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation, and kept current throughout employment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Demonstrate good body mechanics.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability 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

Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients.
Establish, assess, and modify realistic, measurable, timely, and functional goals.
Oversee and evaluate care provided by PTAs, Rehab Aides, and PT and PTA students.
Chart appropriately and in a timely manner.
Use therapy software appropriately and accurately.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
Follow applicable facility practices, procedures, laws, regulations, guidelines, and department policies and objectives.
Perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality, follow company policies, and complete required compliance training.