Physical Therapist $7500 SIGN ON BONUS

About the role

Northwoods Rehab will provide reasonable accommodation upon request from the employee.

Job requirements

• Bachelor (or higher degree) of Science in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Successful completion of National Certification Examination for Registered Physical Therapist
• Current state licensure or license eligible

Physical requirements

• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally
• Exerting up to 25 pounds of force frequently
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force constantly
• Standing frequently
• Walking frequently
• Bending frequently
• Squatting occasionally
• Kneeling occasionally
• Standing rotation occasionally
• Gripping frequently
• Sitting occasionally
• Stair climbing occasionally
• Average work day is up to 8 hours

Job responsibilities

• Provides and directs physical therapy services to patients, including the assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication.
• Provides physical therapy services to patients and initiates referrals when appropriate and in accordance with Northwoods Rehab Policies and Procedures.
• Counsels patients on the importance of exercise and proper nutrition.
• Conducts screenings of patients at regular intervals to determine need for intervention and /or Treatment.
• Evaluates patients to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation and conducts
• Interprets and communicates evaluation findings to patients, family and other team members.
• Establishes individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members.
• Develops treatment plans by identifying a target list, including short and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
• Copies treatment plan with patient, family and other team members.
• Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in treatment plan.
• Maintains a safe and clean work area and adheres to facility safety standards, as well as complying with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.
• Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning implementation and follow up of patient therapy programs.
• Maintains positive relationships and rapport with coworkers, supervisors, patients, family members and facility personnel and administration.
• Reports to work on time and coordinates schedule for efficient patient treatments.
• Assists with and participates in Quality Assurance Program as required.
• Adheres to established confidentiality standards of the patient, as well as the organization.
• Projects a positive and professional image at all times.
• Maintains passwords for the software required for position and keeps all passwords secure.
• Performs such other duties as assigned and as required to effectively perform the responsibilities of the position and are in the best interest of Northwoods Rehab.

Qualifications

• Attends in-service meetings and facility meetings as required.
• Provides in-service education to the members of the patients care team and education to the Community.
• Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice and department procedures.
• Maintains a safe and clean work area and adheres to facility safety standards, as well as complying with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.
• Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning implementation and follow up of patient therapy programs.
• Maintains positive relationships and rapport with coworkers, supervisors, patients, family members and facility personnel and administration.
• Reports to work on time and coordinates schedule for efficient patient treatments.
• Assists with and participates in Quality Assurance Program as required.
• Adheres to established confidentiality standards of the patient, as well as the organization.
• Projects a positive and professional image at all times.
• Maintains passwords for the software required for position and keeps all passwords secure.
• Performs such other duties as assigned and as required to effectively perform the responsibilities of the position and are in the best interest of Northwoods Rehab.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of physical therapy techniques and procedures
• Ability to adapt treatment plans to meet individual patient needs
• Proficient in computer systems used for patient documentation

Benefits

Northwoods Rehab offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and paid time off.

Pay

$7500 SIGN ON BONUS

Schedule

Average work day is up to 8 hours

Contact

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