Physical Therapist (PT)

University Park Care Center•Pueblo, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides direct physical rehabilitation care to patients referred by a physician, in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role includes following and adapting treatment plans, setting functional goals, overseeing and evaluating care delivered by PTAs, rehab aides, and PT and PTA students, and maintaining timely and accurate documentation. The therapist works as part of an interdisciplinary team and communicates with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs. University Park Care Center is a Life Care Center of America facility in Pueblo, Colorado. The center provides short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-operative recovery. It offers in-house rehabilitation programs, reimbursed CEU opportunities of choice, a new graduate mentorship program, growth opportunities, and flexible scheduling. The posting lists a $10,000 sign-on bonus or negotiable tuition reimbursement benefits.

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, maintained as current throughout employment.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Demonstrate good body mechanics.
Knowledge of practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
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

Provide direct physical therapy rehabilitation care to patients upon physician referral.
Follow physical therapy treatment plans.
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.
Deliver excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Communicate and function productively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs.
Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality, and follow company policies, compliance procedures, and the Code of Conduct.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance and use sound reasoning and judgment.