Physical Therapist

Concordia Lutheran Ministries and Affiliates•Ligonier, PA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Concordia at Bethlen is a faith-based, non-profit continuing care retirement community located in historic Ligonier, Pennsylvania. Joining the Concordia family in 2023, Bethlen has a rich history of caring for the needs of others dating back to 1921. The service organization consists of 44 retirement living cottages, 72 personal care units and 96 skilled nursing units. We offer MANY healthcare careers – from nursing to operations support and everything in between – you will be surprised about how many opportunities you have to find a career you will love with Concordia at Bethlen! Located in Ligonier, PA, Concordia at Bethlen is seeking a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist is a licensed professional responsible for evaluating, planning, developing and implementing physical therapy to the residents of Concordia at Bethlen Skilled Nursing. We strive to hire excellent people at Concordia - and keep them as well! This position features competitive pay and an environment for growth!

Requirements

Graduate of a state-approved School of Physical Therapy accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association
Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
CPR certification strongly preferred and encouraged

Nice To Haves

Two years of long-term care or rehabilitation center experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performing comprehensive evaluations of residents.
Developing plans of care.
Providing therapeutic actions to relieve pain and maximize independence.
Instructing residents, families, and caregivers in the total physical therapy program.
Planning safe discharges with the resident, family, caregivers, and physician.
Supervising and delegating Physical Therapy Assistant(s) and Student Physical Therapists.
Completing timely documentation.
Committing to and maintaining high ethical standards and complies with the Code of Conduct.