Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Centers of America; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Student loan repayment

Career advancement

401(k) retirement plan with company 4?

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Coos Bay, OR is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to join our collaborative post-acute care team. You will implement treatment plans, document progress, and work with a multidisciplinary staff to help patients regain function and independence.

New grads welcome; CPR certification required or obtained on orientation. Prior experience in a rehab setting is preferred; strong communication and patient-centered care are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT).
• Active state licensure in good standing; licensure must be maintained throughout employment.
• One year of experience preferred; new grads welcome.
• CPR certification on hire or during orientation; must remain current during employment.

Responsibilities

• Follow PT treatment plans under supervision of the supervising PT.
• Chart patient progress timely and accurately.
• Utilize therapy software appropriately.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients.
• Demonstrate good body mechanics and safety.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team; coordinate with staff and families.
• Read, write, and speak English.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (ASPT)

Tools

Therapy software

Job description

• Flexible scheduling-- Create your own work week
• Student loan repayment
• 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

Job Type

Full-time, PRN

Wage Range

$32 - $40 DOE

New Grads Welcome

Benefits(full-time)

• Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
• Flexible scheduling-- Create your own work week
• Student loan repayment
• 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

Setting & Population Served

• Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
• Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
• Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
• A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs

Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)
• 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.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform 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
• Understand and follow 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

Essential Functions

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgmentCommunicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer