Physical Therapist (PT) $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

$10,000 sign-on bonus. New graduates are welcome to apply.

About the Role

The 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.

Requirements

• 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 preferred; new graduates welcome
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation; must remain current during employment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
• Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Knowledgeable of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facilities
• Read, write, speak, and understand English

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/PTA students
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients
• Participate in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Liaison with patients, families, and support departments to plan for patient needs
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• 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, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures
• Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct
• Complete mandatory Code of Conduct and compliance training
• 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