Physical Therapist (PT) 5000 SIGN ON BONUS

Location: 201 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA 17202

About the role

Are you a highly-skilled, compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) looking for a flexible schedule and the opportunity to improve the quality of life of residents at a large rehab and nursing facility? Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has the perfect opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

• Providing individual therapy services to residents according to the care plans.
• Assisting in resident assessment activities as needed.
• Assisting as needed in developing therapy plans for individual residents in conjunction with MDS.
• Keeping the Therapist informed of any need to adjust therapy plans to match or support resident care plan goals.
• Briefing residents in procedures involved in physical therapy and preparing necessary equipment.
• Participating in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, resident assessments, etc.
• Interviewing residents and family members as necessary.
• Coordinating therapy appointments with other departments.
• Following therapy department safety standards.
• Maintaining the care and use of supplies, equipment and appearance of the therapy area.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (new graduates encouraged to apply).
• Must have a valid professional license by discipline for state.
• Prefer at least one-year experience in LTC.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence.
• Passionate about post-acute rehabilitation and the older adult population.
• Ability to relate and interact positively, effectively and appropriately with residents, family, professional and facility staff.
• Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.

Benefits

• $5000 sign-on bonus.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Employee referral program.
• Daily pay option — get paid daily when you need it.
• One location, no daily travel.
• Competitive pay.
• Comprehensive benefits package and 401k.
• Generous PTO to include vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time.
• Industry-leading orientation and training with ongoing management support.
• Employee recognition through various awards and recognition programs.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Continuous professional and clinical training.