Physical Therapist

About the Role

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, organizes, and administers physical therapy services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, regulations, and guidelines to ensure the highest degree of quality care is rendered at all times. The physical therapist maintains informative, accurate, and timely documentation and records management and works collaboratively with all disciplines, adheres to the professional standards of practice guidelines and code of ethics as set forth by the state board of physical therapy.

You will support Occupational/Physical Therapist Assistants by providing periodic training and guidance to enhance patient care and meet the educational needs of the technicians.

Responsibilities

• Maintain documentation of all treatment provided in accordance with clinic directives and prepare records and reports as required.
• Provide appropriate therapeutic procedures and a full range of therapy services in support of patient referrals, ensuring safe and timely patient care.
• Develop realistic and documented treatment goals that comply with the intent of the referring medical staff.
• Plan and prepare written treatment programs based on an evaluation of the patient.
• Administer manual exercises to improve and maintain function.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in performing various physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and in the use of assistive and supportive devices (e.g., crutches, canes, prostheses).
• Administer soft tissue mobilization, applying knowledge of mobilization techniques and body physiology.
• Record treatment, response, and progress in patient’s chart and/or automated systems.
• Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
• Evaluate, fit, and adjust prosthetic and orthotic devices, recommending modifications as required.
• Coordinate treatment with physicians and other staff members to integrate physical therapy with other aspects of the patient’s health care.
• Contact referring physicians regarding patient care concerns, as required.

Benefits of the In-House Therapy Staff Model

• Aligned Mission and Values: Shared company values of Integrity, Respect, Commitment to Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork.
• Foster a Culture of Excellence: Collaboration between departments with a focus on individualized care for residents.
• Enhanced Quality of Care: Deliver consistent, personalized care through dedicated in-house teams, ensuring resident needs are met by tailored programs and a collaborative Rehab Care Model approach.
• Perks: Robust benefits, including:
  • Continuing education funding (up to $750 annually with up to 2 days paid time off for CE courses/training).
  • License renewal support.
  • EPA program and in-house training.
  • Generous PTO, including double-time holiday pay for 8 recognized holidays if worked.
  • Leadership development through NARA and Management initiatives.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution, or a Baccalaureate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
• Current, unrestricted license to practice as a physical therapist in the state of employment, maintained prior to and throughout onboarding.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Prescription Drug Coverage.
• Vacation, Sick, and Paid Time Off (PTO) – based on state regulations.
• Paid Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee Discounts (movies, restaurants, gifts, and more).
• 401-K retirement plan.