Physical Therapist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Two years of experience as a physical therapist in a clinical care setting.
• Therapy skills consistent with generally accepted standards of practice.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication abilities.
• Proven decision-making skills.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association-approved program.
• Current professional physical therapist license in each applicable state.
• Current CPR certification and ongoing maintenance of a valid PT license and CPR certificate.
• Current driver’s license in good standing.
• Reliable transportation and auto liability insurance.
• Hepatitis profile if required to make visits.
• Ability to travel locally and work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to meet deadlines and patient needs, make quick decisions, and allocate resources under stressful conditions.
• Ability to meet patients’ and families’ individualized psychosocial needs.
• Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift or transfer up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Home health experience.

Responsibilities

• Promote and exemplify the company’s mission, vision, and values.
• Perform clinical assessments, identify patient needs, and determine client appropriateness.
• Prepare, revise, and complete plans of care, progress notes, phone orders, and other clinical documentation.
• Apply infection control concepts and universal precautions to protect clients and staff.
• Plan and provide treatment for neuromuscular, neurological, and orthopedic disorders based on medical referrals and therapy assessments.
• Assist and instruct clients and families in transfer techniques appropriate to client abilities, and provide instruction on equipment use.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, team members, and other health care professionals.
• Participate regularly in case conferences and team meetings.
• Monitor assigned cases for compliance with third-party payer requirements.
• Complete documentation promptly and in compliance with company policy.
• Participate in in-service programs and maintain or improve professional competency.
• Meet agency and licensing-board continuing education requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k)
• Health and life insurance
• Flexible schedules
• Career growth opportunities
• Continuing education programs
• Recognition programs
• Supportive, family-like team culture
• Nestmed AI Scribe to reduce charting