Physical Therapist | $10,000 Sign On Bonus
About The Position
Elara Caring is hiring a full-time home health Physical Therapist to provide care to patients in their homes, with primary coverage in Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, and Bellevue. The role supports the company’s mission of delivering high-quality care in patients’ preferred home settings. The Physical Therapist evaluates patients’ functional needs and outcomes, develops and implements individualized plans of care, and works with patients, significant others, specialists, and support staff to help achieve functional goals. The position involves travel within the branch or office coverage area and may include irregular hours or call hours if applicable. The role offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus. The position reports to the Branch Director, Clinical Manager, Clinical Supervisor, or designee. Compensation is determined based on qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience.
Requirements
- Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)-approved physical therapy program.
- Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist license valid for the state of work.
- Able and willing to travel within the branch or office coverage area, including travel of 50%.
- Dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
- Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience in a healthcare facility is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Promote Elara Caring’s philosophy, mission statement, and administrative policies to support quality care.
- Provide direct patient care, evaluate functional needs and outcomes, consult with other specialists, and adjust care plans to support optimal patient outcomes.
- Design and implement patient care plans based on thorough assessments, incorporating significant others when appropriate.
- Practice therapy within defined standards of care.
- Direct support staff in helping patients achieve functional goals.
- Document evaluations, treatment goals, and plans; update documentation and maintain prescriptions and signatures.
- Provide direction and leadership to staff and serve as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.
Benefits
- $10,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employment.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
- Continuing education opportunities at no cost for all employees.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Family and pet bereavement leave.
- Pet insurance.
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Job Type
Full-time
