Physical Therapist (PT)
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 follows and adapts treatment plans, establishes functional goals, and oversees care delivered by PTAs, Rehab Aides, and PT and PTA students. The therapist documents care appropriately and promptly, uses therapy software accurately, and works with patients, families, support departments, and an interdisciplinary team to plan for patient needs. The position also requires professional conduct, confidentiality, compliance with company policies and training, dependable attendance, good judgment, and a positive, customer-service-oriented approach. The therapist must be able to assist with patient evacuation and perform the listed intermittent physical activities during working 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; certification must remain current during employment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
- Knowledge of practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
- Ability to demonstrate good body mechanics.
- Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
- Ability to perform proficiently in competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
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.
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
- Assist in the evacuation of patients.
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
- Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
- Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
- Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information and follow company policies, compliance procedures, and the Code of Conduct.
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
- Read, write, speak, and understand English.
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Job Type
Full-time
