Physical Therapist (PT)

About the role

The PT - Physical Therapist position at Life Care Centers of America involves providing direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral. This role operates within the framework of applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
• Liaises with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Makes independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Demonstrates good body mechanics at all times
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
• Implements and interprets the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Performs proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understands and follows company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

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 grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
• Implements and interprets the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Performs proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understands and follows company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Skills

• Excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Dependable, regular attendance
• Concentration and use of reasoning skills and good judgment
• Productive on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

Benefits

• Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
• Life insurance, short/long term disability
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts

Pay

• $43 - $55 per hour

Schedule

• Flexible scheduling available based on facility needs and candidate availability