Physical Therapist, Sign on bonus

About the role

Caretenders, a part of LHC Group, is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our team in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Our values of Caring. Connecting. Growing together guide us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Primary Responsibilities

• Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs
• Aids the physician in developing the therapy plan of care
• Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by state laws
• Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in their condition
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and enhance well-being
• 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 the 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

$82,048 - $123,072 annual total cash target pay
$39.45 - $59.17 hourly rate
$47.34 - $71.00 per visit point

Schedule

Annual total cash compensation for this role assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity and generally follows the range above. Total cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. This role receives two types of compensation depending on the work being performed. When conducting visits, you will be paid per visit point rate compensation. Your per visit pay will be calculated by multiplying your per visit point rate by the productivity points you accrue for various types of visits. Each type of visit is assigned a certain number of productivity points that is inclusive of "direct" and "indirect" patient care activities. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs. The number of visits performed each week will vary based on individual productivity targets and the productivity points assigned to the visits performed. You will be paid your hourly rate for certain non-visit activities such as orientation. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

Benefits

Our mission of helping people live healthier lives extends to our team members. Learn more about our range of benefits designed to help you live well.