Physical Therapist

Primary Responsibilities

• Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs.
• Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care.
• Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and/or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice.
• Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.
• Visits patients according to Plan of Treatment, completes a progress note for each visit, and submits progress notes per LHC policy.
• Completes all patient evaluations and develops the PT plan of care within state specific guidelines.
• Reports outcomes of evaluation, goals, and anticipated projected frequency of care.

Required Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.

Preferred Qualification

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.

Pay Range

• Annual Target Pay - $86,607 - $129,910
• Per Visit Point Pay Range - $41.64 - $62.46
• Hourly Pay Range - $49.97 - $74.95

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package.
• Recognition programs.
• Equity stock purchase.
• 401k contribution (subject to eligibility requirements).