Physical Therapist Jobs

About The Position

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.
• Obtain CPR certification upon hire or during orientation and keep it current throughout employment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
• Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
• Demonstrate good body mechanics.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.

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.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in community health matters or projects as appropriate.
• Liaise with patients, families, and support departments to plan adequately for patient needs.
• 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 complete required compliance training.

Benefits

• Reimbursed continuing education units (CEUs) of choice.
• Reimbursed licensure fees.
• New graduate mentorship program.
• Growth opportunities.
• In-house rehabilitation programs.