Physical Therapist (PT)

About the Role

The Physical Therapist provides direct rehabilitation care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral, adhering to 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 the applicable State; must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment
• One (1) year of experience preferred; new graduates welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; must remain current during employment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
• Must demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post-acute care facilities
• Strong interpersonal skills to liaise with patients, families, and support departments
• 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 maintain a positive attitude toward patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate, use reasoning skills, and exercise good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Participate in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Implement and interpret departmental 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
• Adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and complete mandatory compliance training
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours