Physical Therapist (PT)

Job Type : Full-time

Wage Range : $43 60;- $53 60;DOE 60;

Schedule: Monday - Friday

New Grads Welcome

Sign-on Bonus : 60;$10,000

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Benefits(full-time) :

• Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
• Flexible scheduling 60;
• Student loan repayment
• Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles 60;
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match 60;
• Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
• Life insurance, short/long 60;term disability 60;
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts 60;

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Setting & Population Served 60;

Life Care Centers of America facilities 60;operate 60;as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide: 60;

• Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily 60;assistance 60;
• Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury 60;
• Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together 60;
• A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs 60;

Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment. 60;

The PT - Physical Therapist provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy, BSPT, MSPT, or DPT (2003 or later must have MSPT or DPT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year experience in post acute care or related setting preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s 60; Code of Conduct and completes mandatory 60; Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

• 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 timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards 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
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer