Physical Therapist Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN
About The Position
Vertis Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapist to serve Grand Emerald and Elkhart Place in the South Bend and Mishawaka, Indiana area. The role focuses on providing quality, patient-centered care to older adults and helping residents maintain independence, safety, and quality of life. The position is offered as full-time, part-time, or PRN, with flexible scheduling and opportunities for additional hours as facility needs allow. The Physical Therapist develops individualized treatment plans, delivers skilled physical therapy services, monitors resident progress, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team. The role also includes providing guidance and supervision to Physical Therapy Assistants as appropriate, participating in team development, and leading community-wide wellness programming. Vertis Therapy describes its leadership as therapist-owned and says it values clinical expertise, teamwork, communication, and work-life balance. The company provides equal employment opportunities and complies with applicable nondiscrimination laws.
Requirements
- Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
- Valid state Physical Therapist license or eligibility for licensure.
- Strong clinical assessment skills.
- Proficiency in developing and implementing effective treatment plans.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to lift and assist clients as needed.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to therapy.
- Computer proficiency for documenting in an electronic medical record platform.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents' functional abilities.
- Establish and carry out individualized plans of care to improve residents' safety, functional mobility, and independence.
- Provide skilled physical therapy services and monitor resident progress.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation.
- Provide appropriate guidance and supervision to Physical Therapy Assistants.
- Participate in or lead team development meetings.
- Regularly lead community-wide wellness programs and events.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
Benefits
- Medical benefits, including PPO and HSA options.
- Dental and vision benefits.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- 401(k) matching.
- Continuing education allowance.
- Company-paid life insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage.
- Short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Competitive hourly pay.
- Opportunities for additional hours as facility needs allow.
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Job Type
Full-time
