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 treatment plans, establishes and evaluates functional patient goals, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to meet patient needs. The therapist also oversees and evaluates care provided by PTAs, Rehab Aides, and PT and PTA students. The position requires an accredited physical therapy education and an active license in the applicable state, maintained in good standing throughout employment. New graduates are welcome to apply; one year of experience is preferred. CPR certification is required upon hire or must be obtained during orientation and kept current throughout employment.
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; certification must remain current during employment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
- Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
- Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
- 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
- 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.
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
- Assist in the evacuation of patients.
- Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
- Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
- Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
- Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
- Perform proficiently in competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
- Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
- Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
- Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct.
- Complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
- Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times.
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Job Type
Full-time
